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Derek Jeter takes the field all alone on Derek Jeter Day

Sometimes, the Captain has to stand alone.

by Bill Hanstock
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Derek Jeter’s career coming to a close
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Bill Hanstock
Bill Hanstock is a writer, author and Emmy Award-winning producer. He began writing for SB Nation in 2011.

For all the snark and hullaballo surrounding Derek Jeter’s retirement, this is a wonderful moment.

Thanks, Captain.

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