This is why you play – to get an opportunity to play in the playoffs.
DEREK JETERWhat 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.
More Derek Jeter Quotes
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You’ve got to make adjustments as you get older.
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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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It doesn’t take talent to work hard.
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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’ve hung out and dated people I’ve never even met before.
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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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It doesn’t seem like the season really gets under way until you have your home opener
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I always take criticism as a challenge. It’s the way I’ve always looked at it.
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It’s never over. You don’t want to be in the position to be down four runs in the ninth inning, but it’s not over until the last out.
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Everyone fears rejection.
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The Yankees have strict rules. You can have a mustache but no other facial hair.
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In order to lead people, you have to get to know them.
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I’m not perfect; no one is perfect. Everyone makes mistakes. I think you try to learn from those mistakes.
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I never think about my own stats, as long as I’m contributing to the team.
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Defense usually doesn’t make many headlines, but it goes a long way towards winning baseball games. There are a number of ways to make an impact during the course of a game, and playing solid, sound defense is one of them.
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