When Derek Jeter was honored to represent Team USA in 2006 World Baseball Classic

MLB star Derek Jeter spent 20 years with the New York Yankees. In 2006, during the World Baseball Classic, the All-Star was honored to represent team USA and took pride in donning Team USA's jersey.

When asked if switching from pinstripes to red, white, and blue felt patriotic, Jeter replied that it did, as reported by the New York Times in 2009. He said:

“No question, you definitely have a sense of pride when you’re wearing the uniform of your country and you go out on the field and listen to the national anthem. It is something I wish everyone got the chance to experience.”

Jeter is a native of Michigan, where his mother is an accountant and his father is a substance abuse counselor.

Can’t believe it’s been 8 years since my last game at Yankee Stadium! - Derek Jeter

Given that his father played baseball as a hobby, Derek developed a liking for the game from his family.

Tampa Bay Rays v New York Yankees

When he was younger, he had deep admiration for Dave Winfield as a Yankees fan.

Derek Jeter revealed what he considered the greatest achievement in his career

Jeter, who played in Major League Baseball for 20 years and won five World Series titles, said his best World Series triumph was in 1996.

Great to be back home at Yankee Stadium! Thanks to everyone for making it such a special night for me and my family. The girls had a blast and finally got their ice cream. - Derek Jeter

In an interview with the Daily Mail in 2009, Jeter discussed his feelings over his first World Series victory and said:

“Anytime you win at home it is special, but winning the 1996 World Series stands out because it’s the first time we did it"

The player is married to Hannah Davis and the couple share three daughters.