History of Derek Jeter in Timeline

Derek Jeter, nicknamed "the Captain," is a retired American professional baseball player who played his entire 20-year MLB career as a shortstop for the New York Yankees. A highly decorated player, Jeter was a 14-time All-Star, a five-time World Series champion, and won five Gold Glove Awards. In 2020, he was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility, receiving nearly unanimous support. Post-retirement, Jeter served as CEO and part-owner of the Miami Marlins from 2017 to 2022.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Legacy & Impact

1962: Tom Tresh Starting as Shortstop

In 1962, Tom Tresh was the first Yankee rookie to start as shortstop for the team since Derek Jeter in 1996.

June 26, 1974: Birth of Derek Jeter

On June 26, 1974, Derek Sanderson Jeter was born. He is an American former professional baseball player, businessman, and baseball executive.

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1978: Yankees Last Championship

The Yankees' last championship was the 1978 World Series, the first championship they won since 1996.

1979: Birth of Sharlee Jeter

Around 1979, Derek Jeter's younger sister, Sharlee, was born. She later became a softball star in high school.

1992: Minor League Baseball Debut

In 1992, Derek Jeter began his minor league baseball career with the Gulf Coast Yankees. He struggled initially, batting .202 in 47 games, and was homesick.

1992: High School Awards and College Scholarship

In 1992, Derek Jeter received several honors, including the Kalamazoo Area B'nai B'rith Award, High School Player of the Year awards from the American Baseball Coaches Association, Gatorade, and USA Today. He also received an All-State honorable mention in basketball. He earned a baseball scholarship to attend the University of Michigan.

1992: Drafted by the Yankees

In 1992, the New York Yankees drafted Derek Jeter out of high school.

1992: MLB Draft

In the 1992 MLB draft, the Houston Astros passed on drafting Derek Jeter despite strong recommendations from scout Hal Newhouser, who quit his job in protest.

1992: Mike Gallego's Number

Mike Gallego most recently wore uniform number 2, which was assigned to Jeter, from 1992 to 1994.

1993: Alex Rodriguez Drafted

In 1993, Alex Rodriguez was the first overall selection in the MLB draft and contacted Derek Jeter about his experiences as a high first-round pick.

1993: Departure from the University of Michigan

In 1993, Derek Jeter left the University of Michigan after being drafted by the New York Yankees.

1993: Improved Performance in the Sally League

In 1993, Derek Jeter showed significant improvement in the South Atlantic League (SAL), hitting .295 with 5 home runs and 71 RBIs. He was voted the "Most Outstanding Major League Prospect" despite committing 56 errors. He was named the SAL's Best Defensive Shortstop, Most Exciting Player, and Best Infield Arm by Baseball America.

1993: Top Prospect Rating

In 1993, following a strong season, Baseball America rated Derek Jeter as the 16th-best prospect in baseball.

1994: Shoulder Inflammation

At the conclusion of the 1994 regular season, Derek Jeter suffered mild inflammation in his right shoulder during the Arizona Fall League.

1994: Establishment of Florida Residency

In 1994, Derek Jeter claimed to have established his residence in Tampa Bay, Florida, and maintained that he was still a resident of Florida during the tax dispute from 2001-2003.

1994: Minor League Player of the Year Awards

In 1994, Derek Jeter played across three minor league levels, hitting .344 with 5 home runs and 68 RBIs. He received Minor League Player of the Year Awards from Baseball America, The Sporting News, and Topps/NAPBL. He was also named the most valuable player of the FSL.

1994: Mike Gallego's Number

Mike Gallego most recently wore uniform number 2, which was assigned to Jeter, from 1992 to 1994.

May 29, 1995: MLB Debut

On May 29, 1995, Derek Jeter made his Major League Baseball debut for the New York Yankees, wearing uniform number 2. He went hitless in five at-bats.

1995: Joe Torre Hired

Following Tony Fernández's disappointing performance in 1995, the newly hired Yankees manager Joe Torre turned to Derek Jeter for the 1996 season.

1995: Projected Starting Shortstop

Heading into the 1995 season, Derek Jeter was considered the fourth-best prospect in baseball and was projected as the starting shortstop for the New York Yankees.

1995: MLB Debut

In 1995, Derek Jeter debuted in Major League Baseball at age 20.

1995: Don Mattingly's Retirement

In 1995, Don Mattingly retired from the Yankees, leading to eight seasons without a captain until Derek Jeter assumed the role.

1996: 1996 ALCS Home Run

During Game 1 of the 1996 American League Championship Series (ALCS), Derek Jeter hit a controversial home run that was aided by fan interference. The Yankees won the game and defeated the Baltimore Orioles in five games. Jeter batted .361 in the 1996 postseason and led the Yankees to victory in the 1996 World Series against the Atlanta Braves, their first championship since 1978.

1996: Steinbrenner's Advisor

In 1996, Clyde King, a close advisor of Yankees owner George Steinbrenner, observed Jeter during spring training and concluded that he was not yet ready for the major league level.

1996: Rookie of the Year and World Series Win

In 1996, Derek Jeter became the Yankees' starting shortstop, won the Rookie of the Year Award, and helped the team win the World Series against the Atlanta Braves.

1997: Contract and Season Performance

Before the 1997 season, Derek Jeter and the Yankees agreed on a $540,000 contract. He batted .291, with 10 home runs, 70 RBIs, 116 runs, and 190 hits. Despite hitting two home runs during the 1997 American League Division Series, the Yankees lost to the Cleveland Indians.

1997: Relationship with Mariah Carey

In 1997, Derek Jeter began a well-publicized relationship with singer-songwriter Mariah Carey.

1997: Lowest Slugging Percentage Since 1997

In the 2008 season, Derek Jeter's slugging percentage dropped to .410, his lowest mark since 1997.

1998: MVP Award Nomination

In 1998, Derek Jeter finished third in voting for the American League (AL) Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award.

1998: All-Star Selection and MVP Award Nomination

In 1998, Derek Jeter was selected for his first All-Star Game. He batted .324 with a league-leading 127 runs, 19 home runs, and 84 RBIs. He finished third in voting for the AL Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award. The Yankees defeated the San Diego Padres in four games.

1998: End of relationship with Mariah Carey

In 1998, Derek Jeter's relationship with Mariah Carey ended. Carey later cowrote the song "The Roof (Back in Time)" about their first kiss.

1999: Contract Negotiations

During the 1999-2000 offseason, the Yankees and Derek Jeter tentatively agreed to a seven-year, $118.5 million contract, but Steinbrenner delayed the deal to avoid setting a record contract. After Juan González's deal fell through, Jeter's tentative deal also collapsed.

1999: Career-High Numbers

In 1999, Derek Jeter recorded multiple career-high numbers.

1999: AL Hits Leader and World Series Championship

In 1999, Derek Jeter won a $5 million salary arbitration. He led the American League in hits with 219, finished second in batting average (.349), and scored 134 runs. His season totals in various categories were personal bests. In the postseason, Jeter performed well, helping the Yankees defeat the Braves to win the World Series.

1999: Wade Boggs' 3,000th Hit

In 1999, Wade Boggs became the first player to hit a home run for his 3,000th hit, an achievement later matched by Derek Jeter.

1999: Comparison to Jeter's Play in 1999

In 2012, Alex Rodriguez commented that Derek Jeter was playing as he did back in 1999, highlighting a return to form reminiscent of his earlier career.

2000: Error Total in 2000

In 2000, Derek Jeter committed 24 errors, his highest total in a single season.

2000: All-Star and World Series MVP Awards

In 2000, Derek Jeter won both the All-Star Game MVP and World Series MVP Awards.

2000: One-Year Deal

In 2000, to avoid arbitration, Derek Jeter and the Yankees agreed to a one-year deal worth $10 million.

2001: Signing a Ten-Year Contract

Before the 2001 season, Derek Jeter signed a ten-year, $189 million contract to remain with the Yankees, becoming the second-highest-paid athlete across team sports and auto racing.

2001: Alleged Residency in New York

From 2001 to 2003, New York State alleged that Derek Jeter should have paid state income tax because he resided in a Manhattan apartment he bought in 2001.

2001: "The Flip" and ALDS Assist

In 2001, Derek Jeter batted .311 with 21 home runs. During Game 3 of the ALDS against the Athletics, Jeter made a crucial defensive play known as "The Flip," assisting in an out at home plate that preserved the Yankees' lead. He also played in the 2001 MLB All-Star Game, hitting a home run off of Jon Lieber.

2001: "Mr. November" Home Run

In November 2001, Derek Jeter hit a game-winning home run in Game 4 of the World Series against the Arizona Diamondbacks, earning the nickname "Mr. November." Despite this, he struggled at the plate, batting .148 in the series, which the Yankees lost.

2002: All-Star Appearance and Stolen Base Percentage Leader

During the 2002 regular season, Derek Jeter batted .297, with 18 home runs and a career-best 32 stolen bases. He led the majors in stolen base percentage (91.4%) in 2002. Jeter also made his fifth All-Star appearance.

2002: Defensive Performance Analysis

From 2002 to 2005, a period analyzed in a 2008 study by the University of Pennsylvania, Derek Jeter was found to be the worst defensive shortstop in MLB.

2002: ESPY Award

In 2002, Derek Jeter's play, "The Flip" won the Best Play ESPY Award.

May 2003: Visa Commercial

In May 2003, Derek Jeter and George Steinbrenner mocked the incident from December 2002 in a Visa commercial, similar to how Steinbrenner and Billy Martin made light of their feud in a Miller Lite commercial during the 1970s.

June 3, 2003: Named Yankees Captain

On June 3, 2003, Derek Jeter was named the captain of the Yankees, filling the position after eight seasons without a captain since Don Mattingly's retirement.

2003: Acquisition of Alex Rodriguez

During the 2003–04 offseason, the Yankees acquired Alex Rodriguez from the Texas Rangers, leading to Rodriguez moving to third base while Derek Jeter remained the starting shortstop.

2003: Alleged Residency in New York

From 2001 to 2003, New York State alleged that Derek Jeter should have paid state income tax because he resided in a Manhattan apartment he bought in 2001.

2003: Yankees Team Captain

From 2003, Derek Jeter served as the Yankees' team captain.

2003: Disabled List Stint

In 2003, Derek Jeter had a stint on the 15-day disabled list, marking a notable point in his career.

2003: Most Marketable Player in Baseball

In 2003, Derek Jeter was ranked as the most marketable player in baseball according to the Sports Business Surveys.

2003: Inducted into Kalamazoo Central High School hall of fame

In 2003, Kalamazoo Central High School inducted Derek Jeter into its athletic hall of fame.

2003: Shoulder Dislocation

On Opening Day of the 2003 season, Derek Jeter dislocated his left shoulder in a collision, causing him to miss six weeks of play.

July 1, 2004: Diving Catch Against Red Sox

On July 1, 2004, Derek Jeter made an over-the-shoulder diving catch against the Boston Red Sox, resulting in a lacerated chin and bruised face. This play was voted the Play of the Year. Following the season, Jeter won his first Gold Glove Award.

2004: Early Season Slump

In 2004, Derek Jeter began the season in a slump, batting .168 through April before improving his average to .277 by the All-Star break.

2004: All-Star Season

In 2004, Derek Jeter made the All-Star team and finished the season with a .292 average, 23 home runs, 78 RBIs, 111 runs scored, and a career-best 44 doubles.

2005: Defensive Performance Analysis

From 2002 to 2005, a period analyzed in a 2008 study by the University of Pennsylvania, Derek Jeter was found to be the worst defensive shortstop in MLB.

2005: Most Marketable Player in Baseball

In 2005, Derek Jeter was ranked as the most marketable player in baseball according to the Sports Business Surveys.

2005: Segment on 60 Minutes

In 2005, Derek Jeter was the subject of a segment on the TV news magazine 60 Minutes.

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2005: Second Gold Glove Award

In the 2005 season, Derek Jeter was second in the AL in runs scored (122) and third in both at bats (654) and hits (202). Despite criticism of his defense, he won his second consecutive Gold Glove in 2005.

2006: 2,000th Career Hit

During the 2006 season, Derek Jeter recorded his 2,000th career hit, becoming the eighth Yankee to reach this milestone. He finished the season with a .343 batting average and earned his seventh All-Star selection. Jeter batted .500 with one home run in the 2006 ALDS, including a perfect 5-for-5 performance in Game 1.

2006: Hank Aaron Award and Gold Glove

In 2006, Derek Jeter finished second in the AL MVP voting but won the Hank Aaron Award for superior offensive performance and his third consecutive Gold Glove Award.

2006: World Baseball Classic Performance

In 2006, Derek Jeter started at shortstop for the United States national baseball team in the World Baseball Classic. He hit .450 and scored five runs in six games. Jeter was selected as the shortstop on the All-Tournament Team due to his play.

2006: Second-Highest Paid Endorser in Baseball

In 2006, Derek Jeter was the second-highest paid endorser in baseball, trailing Ichiro Suzuki.

2006: Criticism of Defensive Abilities

In 2006, Derek Jeter's defense became the subject of criticism from sabermetricians and publications like Baseball Prospectus. Bill James concluded in "The Fielding Bible" that Jeter was likely the most ineffective defensive player in the major leagues.

2007: Consistent Contributor

During the 2007 season, Derek Jeter was third in the AL with 203 hits and was selected for his eighth All-Star appearance. In the field, he was involved in turning a career-high 104 double plays.

2007: Highest Error Total Since 2000

In 2007, Derek Jeter committed 18 errors, his highest total since finishing with 24 in 2000. After the season, the Yankees recognized the need to address Jeter's defense.

June 27, 2008: 400th Career Double

On June 27, 2008, Derek Jeter hit his 400th career double.

September 14, 2008: Tying Lou Gehrig's Record

On September 14, 2008, Derek Jeter tied Lou Gehrig's record for hits at Yankee Stadium (1,269) with a home run.

2008: Tax Dispute Settlement

In 2008, Derek Jeter settled a tax dispute with the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance regarding his official residence.

2008: Derek Jeter Pro Baseball 2008

In 2008, Derek Jeter was featured in Gameloft's wireless phone baseball game, Derek Jeter Pro Baseball 2008.

2008: Improved Defense

In 2008, Derek Jeter's ultimate zone rating (UZR) improved from worst in the AL for shortstops in 2007 to close to league average, after focusing on lateral movement and quickness in training.

2008: Study on Defensive Performance

In 2008, a study by researchers at the University of Pennsylvania found that Derek Jeter was the worst defensive shortstop in MLB from 2002 through 2005.

2008: Yankees Miss Postseason

In 2008, the New York Yankees did not qualify for the postseason, an exception in Derek Jeter's major league career.

August 16, 2009: Hits Record as a Shortstop

On August 16, 2009, Derek Jeter broke Luis Aparicio's major league record for hits as a shortstop, with his 2,675th hit.

September 11, 2009: Yankees All-Time Hits Leader

On September 11, 2009, Derek Jeter became the all-time hits leader as a member of the Yankees (2,722), surpassing Lou Gehrig.

2009: Fifth World Series championship and Sportsman of the Year

In 2009, Derek Jeter batted .355 in the postseason, including .407 in the World Series, leading to his fifth World Series championship. He was named Sportsman of the Year by Sports Illustrated and won the Roberto Clemente Award, Hank Aaron Award, his fourth Gold Glove Award, and his fourth Silver Slugger Award. Jeter also finished third in the AL MVP voting.

2009: World Baseball Classic and Game Against Yankees

In 2009, Derek Jeter started at shortstop and was named captain of the United States team in the World Baseball Classic. He batted .276 in eight games. Jeter and the United States team played an exhibition game against the Yankees, marking the only time Jeter played against his own team.

2009: Roberto Clemente Award

In 2009, Derek Jeter won the Roberto Clemente Award.

2009: Leading Off and Defensive Improvement

In the 2009 season, Derek Jeter moved to the leadoff role and batted .334 with a .406 OBP. Defensively, Jeter committed a career-low eight errors.

2010: Free Agency and Contract Negotiations

After the 2010 season, Derek Jeter became a free agent for the first time in his career. At 36 years old, he was perceived to be in decline, leading to tense contract negotiations with the Yankees. Despite initial disagreements and public statements, Jeter ultimately reached an agreement with the Yankees on a three-year contract for $51 million with an option for a fourth year. He also spent the offseason working on adjustments to his swing.

2010: Most Marketable Player in Baseball

In 2010, Derek Jeter was ranked as the most marketable player in baseball according to the Sports Business Surveys.

2010: Teammate Milestone and Statistically Worst Season

In 2010, Derek Jeter, along with Posada and Rivera, became the first trio of teammates in major league sports to play at least 16 consecutive seasons on the same team. The 2010 season was statistically Jeter's worst in many respects, with career lows in batting average (.270), OBP (.340), and SLG (.370). Despite this, Jeter was elected to start at shortstop in the All-Star Game and later rebounded with adjustments to his swing, and he won his fifth Gold Glove award.

2010: Advanced Statistics and Gold Glove Award

In 2010, advanced defensive statistics from FanGraphs.com and FieldingBible.com rated Derek Jeter below middle-of-the-pack status, despite him receiving his fifth Gold Glove Award that season.

May 28, 2011: Breaking Rickey Henderson's Stolen Base Record

On May 28, 2011, Derek Jeter broke Rickey Henderson's franchise record for stolen bases, achieving his 327th stolen base against the Mariners.

July 9, 2011: 3,000th Career Hit

On July 9, 2011, Derek Jeter recorded his 3,000th career hit, which was a home run off David Price of the Tampa Bay Rays. He finished the day with five hits in five at-bats and became the second player to hit a home run for his 3,000th hit. He is the only member of the 3,000 hit club to record all of his hits with the New York Yankees.

July 14, 2011: Record-Breaking Game with Posada

On July 14, 2011, Derek Jeter and Jorge Posada played their 1,660th game together, breaking the previous franchise record of 1,659 held by Lou Gehrig and Tony Lazzeri.

July 28, 2011: Derek Jeter 3K Documentary Aired

On July 28, 2011, MLB and HBO aired "Derek Jeter 3K," a documentary profiling Derek Jeter's path to achieving 3,000 career hits.

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August 29, 2011: Most Games Played as a Yankee

On August 29, 2011, Derek Jeter played his 2,402nd game with the Yankees, surpassing Mickey Mantle's record for most games played as a Yankee.

2011: Kalamazoo Central High School renamed baseball field in his honor

In 2011, Kalamazoo Central High School renamed its baseball field in honor of Derek Jeter.

2011: Most Marketable Player in Baseball

In 2011, Nielsen ranked Derek Jeter as the most marketable player in baseball based on sincerity, approachability, experience, and influence.

2012: Injured in ALCS

In 2012, Derek Jeter finished the season with the most hits in MLB (216). He moved into the Top 10 on the all-time hit list. After hitting .364 in the 2012 ALDS, Jeter fractured his left ankle during Game 1 of the 2012 ALCS against the Detroit Tigers, ending his season.

2012: Honorary Doctorate from Siena College

In 2012, Derek Jeter received an honorary doctorate from Siena College, recognizing his foundation's work.

2012: All-Star Game Hit Record

In the 2012 MLB All-Star Game, Derek Jeter recorded his 11th All-Star hit, surpassing Mickey Mantle for the most All-Star Game hits in Yankees history. Jeter finished the game with a .458 average, placing him fourth all-time among players with at least 12 plate appearances in the All-Star Game.

September 14, 2013: Transferred to 60-Day Disabled List

On September 14, 2013, Derek Jeter was transferred to the 60-day disabled list due to ongoing ankle problems, effectively ending his season.

2013: Forms Jeter Publishing

In 2013, during an injury-shortened season, Derek Jeter partnered with Simon & Schuster to create Jeter Publishing, intended to publish nonfiction books for adults, children's picture books, and elementary grade fiction.

2013: Yankees Miss Postseason

In 2013, the New York Yankees did not qualify for the postseason, an exception in Derek Jeter's major league career.

February 12, 2014: Announcement of Retirement

On February 12, 2014, Derek Jeter announced on his Facebook page that the 2014 season would be his last, marking the end of his illustrious career. During his final season, each opposing team honored Jeter with a gift during his final visit to their city, including donations to his charity, the Turn 2 Foundation.

October 1, 2014: Launch of The Players' Tribune

On October 1, 2014, Derek Jeter launched The Players' Tribune, a website featuring columns written by athletes.

2014: Retirement

Derek Jeter retired from professional baseball in 2014.

2014: Explored purchasing Buffalo Bills

In 2014, Derek Jeter explored purchasing the Buffalo Bills football team.

2014: Final Season Highlights and Records

In 2014, Derek Jeter recorded his 1,000th career multi-hit game. He was elected to start at shortstop in the 2014 All-Star Game and went 2-for-2. Jeter became the oldest player with two or more hits in an All-Star Game. He broke the MLB record for games started at shortstop and the Yankees' record for career doubles. Jeter also passed Carl Yastrzemski and Honus Wagner on the all-time career hit list.

2014: Episode of Finding Your Roots

In 2014, Derek Jeter was the subject of an episode of Finding Your Roots, a PBS television series.

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2014: Yankees Miss Postseason

In 2014, the New York Yankees did not qualify for the postseason, an exception in Derek Jeter's major league career.

February 2015: Appearance on Saturday Night Live's 40th Anniversary

In February 2015, Derek Jeter appeared alongside Peyton Manning to celebrate Saturday Night Live's 40th Anniversary.

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March 2015: Partnership with Concessions Tampa

In March 2015, it was reported that Derek Jeter partnered with Concessions Tampa to bid for a space within the Tampa International Airport, planning to open a restaurant named after his website, The Players' Tribune.

2015: Engagement to Hannah Davis

In 2015, Derek Jeter became engaged to Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue cover model Hannah Davis, whom he had been dating since 2012.

2015: Inducted into New Jersey Hall of Fame

In 2015, Derek Jeter was inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame.

July 2016: Marriage to Hannah Davis

In July 2016, Derek Jeter married Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue cover model Hannah Davis.

May 14, 2017: Yankees retired Jeter's number

On May 14, 2017, the Yankees retired Derek Jeter's uniform number and unveiled a plaque in his honor at Monument Park in a pregame ceremony.

July 2017: Bidding for Miami Marlins

In July 2017, Derek Jeter engaged in the bidding for ownership of the Miami Marlins.

August 2017: Deal to purchase Miami Marlins

In August 2017, Derek Jeter and Bruce Sherman finalized a deal to purchase the Miami Marlins.

August 2017: Birth of first daughter

In August 2017, Derek Jeter and Hannah Davis had their first daughter.

September 2017: CEO of Miami Marlins

In September 2017, Derek Jeter became the chief executive officer (CEO) and part owner of the Miami Marlins.

September 2017: Purchase of Miami Marlins completed

In September 2017, the sale of the Miami Marlins to Derek Jeter and Bruce Sherman was completed, with Jeter named CEO of the team.

2017: Yankees Retired Number 2

In 2017, the New York Yankees retired Derek Jeter's uniform number 2.

2018: Donation to Hurricane Irma victims

In 2018, Derek Jeter donated furniture and household items to families forced to relocate by Hurricane Irma.

January 2019: Birth of second daughter

In January 2019, Derek Jeter and Hannah Davis welcomed their second daughter.

July 2019: Donation to Kalamazoo Public School District

In July 2019, Derek Jeter donated $3.2 million from the Turn 2 Foundation to the Kalamazoo Public School District for renovating their baseball and softball complex.

January 21, 2020: Elected to Baseball Hall of Fame

On January 21, 2020, Derek Jeter was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame as part of its class of 2020 in his first year of eligibility.

September 2020: Listing of Tampa Waterfront Home

In September 2020, Derek Jeter and his wife listed their waterfront Tampa home for $29 million.

2020: Hall of Fame Induction

In 2020, Derek Jeter was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility.

March 2021: Listing of Greenwood Lake Home

In March 2021, Derek Jeter and his wife listed their Greenwood Lake home for sale.

April 2021: Joined Rockefeller Capital Management board

In April 2021, Derek Jeter joined the board of Rockefeller Capital Management.

September 8, 2021: Enshrined in Baseball Hall of Fame

On September 8, 2021, Derek Jeter was formally enshrined in the Baseball Hall of Fame in a ceremony in Cooperstown, New York.

December 2021: Birth of third daughter

In December 2021, Derek Jeter and Hannah Davis celebrated the birth of their third daughter.

February 2022: Departure from Miami Marlins

In February 2022, Derek Jeter stepped down from his role as the CEO and part owner of the Miami Marlins.

February 28, 2022: Jeter steps down as Marlins CEO

On February 28, 2022, Derek Jeter announced he would no longer serve as CEO of the Miami Marlins and sold his 4% ownership in the team.

July 18, 2022: The Captain Debut

On July 18, 2022, The Captain, a documentary miniseries about Derek Jeter's life and career, debuted on ESPN.

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September 8, 2022: Launch of Arena Club

On September 8, 2022, Derek Jeter announced he joined entrepreneur Brian Lee and multiple capital venture firms in launching a card grading, storage vault, and marketplace platform named Arena Club.

May 2023: Birth of son

In May 2023, Derek Jeter and Hannah Davis welcomed their son.

May 3, 2025: Honorary Degree from University of Michigan

On May 3, 2025, Derek Jeter received an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from the University of Michigan and delivered a speech at the university's spring commencement.