Things were good for Derek Jeter at the end of 2009. In his first year playing at the Bombers’ new ballpark, the Yankee captain turned in a remarkable campaign. At 34, playing in his fourteenth full season, Derek posted a .334 BA, a .406 OBP, and a 130 wRC+. Jeter showcased his versatility by cracking 18 home runs (the most he had hit in a season since 2005) while leading the team with 30 stolen bases. For Derek, who always put team achievements above personal accolades, the highlight of the year undoubtedly came at the season’s climax. For the first time since 2000, the Yankees captured the ultimate prize: a World Series championship.
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