When Derek Jeter gave a shoutout to his wife Hannah Davis for standing by him after his retirement

Derek Jeter Ceremony
Derek Jeter and his achievements into the world of baseball

Derek Jeter, the legendary New York Yankees star, was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on September 8th in a deeply emotional ceremony. Jeter's family joined him to celebrate this historic accomplishment, including his wife, Hannah Jeter, and their two daughters, Bella Raine and Story Grey.

Ad

It was a rare public appearance for Bella and Story, as their parents have always prioritized their privacy and shielded them from the spotlight.

In his heartfelt address, Jeter expressed his gratitude and love for his family, especially his wife, by saying that she is the strongest person he knows.

"Hannah, you thought you married into retirement. It didn't take long for me to get back at it, I know you didn't envision that part. But we've been through so much over the past five years, and you're the strongest person I know, which I'm sure you're going to say is required when dealing with me."
Ad

He acknowledged that while his playing career was his first dream, his family has helped him make another dream come true. Addressing his wife, he playfully remarked on her expectation of a retirement-filled life, only for him to dive back into the world of baseball as the CEO and part-owner of the Miami Marlins.

"My girls, Hannah, Bella, and Story You know, this day puts an exclamation point on my playing career, which was my first dream,". "You know, through you all and with you all, I'm living another one." Said Derek
Ad

Derek Jeter's gratitude and lesson's learned in his career

Tampa Bay Rays v New York Yankees
Tampa Bay Rays v New York Yankees

The retired shortstop also shared lessons he had learned throughout his career with his daughters. He acknowledged his imperfections and mistakes, both on and off the field, but emphasized that he always strived to do the right thing. His dedication, hard work, and refusal to take shortcuts were values Jeter hoped to instill in his children.

Ad

For his calm demeanor and precise execution, Jeter became the go-to player in critical situations, earning him the title of "Captain Clutch." His countless game-winning hits and signature "Jeterian" plays became legendary moments in baseball history.

His ability to make seemingly impossible plays, combined with his strong arm and accurate throws, garnered him five Gold Glove Awards. He played a pivotal role in the New York Yankees' five World Series championships, becoming the embodiment of championship baseball.

Ad

In 2011, Derek Jeter reached a monumental milestone, becoming the 28th player in Major League Baseball history to achieve 3,000 career hits.

Having been inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame, Derek Jeter will continue to inspire present and future generations of athletes, leaving a lasting impression on the sport he spent his entire life perfecting.

Quick Links

Edited by Shamik Banerjee
Sportskeeda logo
Close menu
WWE
WWE
NBA
NBA
NFL
NFL
MMA
MMA
Tennis
Tennis
NHL
NHL
Golf
Golf
MLB
MLB
Soccer
Soccer
F1
F1
WNBA
WNBA
More
More
bell-icon Manage notifications