I want to own a team one day. You know, that’s my next goal.
DEREK JETERThat’s how you win – pitching and defense.
More Derek Jeter Quotes
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In order to lead people, you have to get to know them.
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When you put a lot of hard work into one goal and you achieve it, that’s a really good feeling.
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I can have fun anywhere, as long as I’m with good people. But in the offseason, I like to go somewhere warm, a nice spot in the Caribbean.
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There may be people who have more talent than you, but there’s no excuse for anyone to work harder than you do – and I believe that.
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I try to stay as private as possible; I know that’s difficult, especially playing here in New York, but I make an attempt at it.
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I get nervous watching teammates. I get nervous for them. Late in the game, pressure situation, I’m nervous for them.
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Your image isn’t your character. Character is what you are as a person.
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If you’re going to win games, you’re going to have to come up with the big hits. That’s the bottom line.
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I like to hit the gym early in the morning. I feel better throughout the day when I get in a workout first thing in the morning.
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What kind of influence did my parents have on my life? Well, they had the most influence. These are the people who are closest to me. My parents are very positive people. They’ve been supportive. They’re always there.
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My dad had been shortstop when he was in college, and you know, when you’re a kid, you want to be just like your dad.
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This is why you play – to get an opportunity to play in the playoffs.
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Sneak out when things go good. It bothers me when people have good games and stand in front of their locker waiting for the media, then they have bad games and sneak out the back.
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The only legacy I want is to be thought of as a winner.
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It doesn’t feel different being here (at the All-Star Game) I feel like I’m on an All-Star team everyday.
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