Player Snapshot
Derek Jeter spent his entire 20-year MLB career with the New York Yankees and became one of the most recognizable shortstops in baseball history. His game was built around contact hitting, leadership, durability and consistent postseason performance.
Jeter won five World Series championships, earned 14 All-Star selections and finished his career with 3,465 hits. He became the first Yankees player to reach 3,000 hits and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2020.
Key Player Info
Key Player Info
Position
Shortstop
Height
6'3"
Weight
195 lbs
Drafted
No. 6 overall, 1992
Team
New York Yankees
Jersey
No. 2
Bats / Throws
Right / Right
Player Notes
The Yankees selected Jeter sixth overall in the 1992 MLB Draft. He made his Major League debut in 1995 and won American League Rookie of the Year in 1996.
Jeter became the Yankees' starting shortstop during the organization's championship run in the late 1990s. He helped New York win four World Series championships between 1996 and 2000, including three consecutive titles from 1998 through 2000.
He won the 2000 World Series MVP award after helping the Yankees defeat the New York Mets. Jeter also earned five Gold Glove Awards, five Silver Slugger Awards and 14 All-Star selections.
In 2009, he passed Lou Gehrig to become the Yankees' all-time leader in hits. He reached 3,000 career hits in 2011 with a home run against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Jeter retired after the 2014 season with 3,465 hits, 260 home runs and 358 stolen bases. He was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2020 with 396 of 397 votes.
MLB Career Stats
Career Totals
Career Totals
The Jeter Resume
Career Achievements
Career Achievements
World Series Champion
5x
World Series MVP
2000
MLB All-Star
14x
Gold Glove
5x
Silver Slugger
5x
AL Rookie of the Year
1996
Hall of Fame
Class of 2020
Yankees No. 2
Retired
3,000-Hit Club
Yes
New York Yankees Legacy
Jeter's identity is deeply connected to the Yankees and their championship era. He served as team captain from 2003 until his retirement and became a central figure in the franchise's modern history.
His No. 2 jersey, postseason performances and relationship with the Yankees brand are important elements of his collecting profile.
Collectibles Note
Jeter's 1993 SP rookie card is among his most recognizable collectibles. Other important cards include 1993 Upper Deck, early Yankees issues, championship cards and rare autograph releases.
His market is supported by his Hall of Fame status, five championships, 3,000-plus hits and strong Yankees identity. Condition and grading are particularly important for his early cards, while scarcity and authenticity matter for premium releases.
Fun Fact
Derek Jeter is the only player to receive 396 of 397 votes in his Baseball Hall of Fame election.
Players Invest Take
Derek Jeter represents the intersection of individual consistency, championship success and franchise identity. His 3,465 hits, five World Series titles and 14 All-Star selections provide a strong historical foundation for collectors.
From the sixth overall pick in 1992 to five-time World Series champion and the longtime captain of the Yankees, Derek Jeter built a career around consistency, leadership and postseason performance. From prospect to pro, Jeter became the Captain.
— Players Invest