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When did Derek Jeter become the 1st rookie shortstop to start for the Yankees?
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∙ 11y ago
Derek's first game as a rookie shortstop for the Yankees was on April 2, 1996. Even though in 1995 he did play in 15 games, his rookie season was 1996. That was the first time a rookie shortstop started for the Yankees on opening day since Tom Tresh in 1962.
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Who did Derek Jeter replace in 1996 at shortstop?
Derek Jeter started the 1996 season as the Yankees starting shortstop. Tony Fernandez played shortstop for the Yankees in 1995.
Did Derek Jeter ever play third base for the New York Yankees?
No. Derek Jeter has been a shortstop for his entire career.
Who was the last New York Yankees Rookie of the Year Award winner?
Derek Jeter was the last Yankees player to win the Rookie of the Year Award. He won it in 1996.
Has Derek Jeter been at any other position besides shortstop?
No, he has not. Derek Jeter has always played the shortstop position. He has also started games as a designated hitter.
Why did Derek Jeter join the New York Yankees?
Derek Jeter was made Yankees captain by late owner George Steinbrenner on June 3, 2003.
How long has Derek Jeter been the shortstop for the New York Yankees?
Derek Jeter has been the Yankees starting shortstop since his rookie season in 1996.
Who was the last New York Yankees rookie starting shortstop prior to Derek Jeter?
Tony Kubek
Who did Derek Jeter replace in 1996 at shortstop?
Derek Jeter started the 1996 season as the Yankees starting shortstop. Tony Fernandez played shortstop for the Yankees in 1995.
Is Derek Jeter a shortstop in baseball?
Yes. Derek Jeter is the starting shortstop for the New York Yankees.
What Derek Jeter plays what position?
Derek Jeter had played Shortstop for the New York Yankees.
What does Derek Jeter play?
Derek Jeter had played Shortstop for the New York Yankees.
Who was the last rookie starting shortstop prior to Derek Jeter?
Phil Rizzuto
What is derrek jeter?
derek jeter is a shortstop for the New York Yankees
Who is presently the New York Yankees shortstop?
Derek Jeter No.2
What is the name of the New York Yankees shortstop?
Derek Sanderson Jeter.
What position did Derek Jeter play before Alex Rodriguez joined the New York Yankees?
Derek Jeter always played shortstop, and still continues to play shortstop for the Yankees. Alex Rodriguez was an accomplished shortstop before coming to the Yankees where he now plays third base
Is Derek Jeter still on the New York Yankees?
Yes, he is. Going into the 2012 season, Derek Jeter is still the Yankees starting shortstop.
