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On June 3, 2003, the Yankees did something they have arguably done only 15 times in their history, and have not done since.
That was the day that Derek Jeter was selected as captain. It proved as a wise choice, as Derek led the Yankees to five world series championships. It was an honor that he accepted with humility.
Other Yankees captains include Clark Griffith, Kid Elberfeld, Willie Keeler, Hal Chase, Frank Chance, Roger Peckinpaugh, Babe Ruth, Everett Scott, Lou Gehrig, Thurman Munson, Graig Nettles, Willie Randolph, Ron Guidry and Don Mattingly.