Is Derek Jeter's autograph worth $1,000?

[gregr2]

He's currently 9th on the all time hit list, he must be doing something ok.

[thetruthisoutthere]

Originally Posted by gregr2

He's currently 9th on the all time hit list, he must be doing something ok.

Absolutely.

[ooo-ribay]

To the original question:

No.

I can't think of anyone's that is.

[brooklynbaseball]

Mr Jeter was NEVER a great defensive shortstop, very little range, and an average arm. Aroid, Garciaparra Miguel Tejada, Troy Tulowitzki, and others were always superior to Jeter, until injuries and PED's curtailed their careers. I respect Jeter's talent and longevity, the way he has carried himself, but I hardly think he is worthy of all the plaudits he receives for his talent. He was NEVER the best player in the league, never even the best player on his own team, so putting him on such a pedestal to me is ludicrous.

[brooklynbaseball]

And this years "Farewell Tour" is an embarrassment. For a "team guy" he is killing his team this year by playing. Mariano Rivera, who IS the best relief pitcher ever, retired on top of his game, with class, Jeter is doing the opposite. Steiner is the ONLY one doing well by him being at shortstop this year.

[thetruthisoutthere]

Originally Posted by brooklynbaseball

And this years "Farewell Tour" is an embarrassment. For a "team guy" he is killing his team this year by playing. Mariano Rivera, who IS the best relief pitcher ever, retired on top of his game, with class, Jeter is doing the opposite. Steiner is the ONLY one doing well by him being at shortstop this year.

In my lifetime, I've seen my Yankees win the World Series nine times.

I have absolutely no issue with Jeter playing shortstop and batting second.

[packs]

I'm with you and think his autograph prices are insane. But I don't see how you can take anything away from his career.

[yanks12025]

Originally Posted by brooklynbaseball

And this years "Farewell Tour" is an embarrassment. For a "team guy" he is killing his team this year by playing. Mariano Rivera, who IS the best relief pitcher ever, retired on top of his game, with class, Jeter is doing the opposite. Steiner is the ONLY one doing well by him being at shortstop this year.

Guessing you're a jealous mets fan?

[Mr. Zipper]

I can't help but wonder if because of Rivera's farewell tour last year, Jeter was essentially forced into doing his tour this year.

In my opinion, Rivera's personality (down-to-earth and truly a people person) was a much better fit than Jeter. Not to take anything away from Jeter's skills, but I have never perceived him as warm and fuzzy with the fans. He is someone to be more admired from a distance, like DiMaggio.