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Originally Posted by Milverton
I know that is a common opinion these days, but it seems a jest in looking at your picture!
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No, being completely level-headed and unbiased. As someone who considers himself a knowledgable fan... Please don't write off my opinion as "biased" simply because I'm a Sox fan.
I know that Jeter brings a lot to the table. I know he's a leader. I know he's a great hitter. I also know that the media hypes him to no end.
Look at the catch he made vs. the Red Sox earlier in the year... You know... THE catch. Great catch... no doubt about it. However, Pokey Reese made a play just as good 2 innings before. Pokey has far better range so he was able to run further than Jeter did on his catch... but because he didn't have to go diving into the stands to make his play (he actually went into the photographer's booth if IIRC)... and he's not Derek Jeter... his play didn't even get a second mention.
I have the utmost respect for Derek Jeter... He's a gamer, and a future HOF'er. I'm just making the point that he's a tad overrated.