This is why you play – to get an opportunity to play in the playoffs.
DEREK JETERI want to own a team one day. You know, that’s my next goal.
More Derek Jeter Quotes
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The only legacy I want is to be thought of as a winner.
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You know what I want to do? Wake up one weekend and not have to go anywhere and do nothing.
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If I put my name on something, I’m going to be involved. I’m not just going to put my name on it and not pay attention.
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I’ve hung out and dated people I’ve never even met before.
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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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I’m not one to sit around and be satisfied about something. I can always get better.
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I’ve been lying to you guys for a long time, saying I wasn’t nervous and there’s no pressure. There was a lot of pressure to do it here.
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You don’t just accidentally show up in the World Series.
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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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Obviously, you’re known for what you do. But you still want to be known as a good person. You’re a person a lot longer before and after you’re a professional athlete.
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My parents always felt if I worked hard enough I could make any dream come true.
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Surround yourself with good people. People who are going to be honest with you and look out for your best interests.
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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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I think sometimes people need to get used to an idea.
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You have to be confident, if you’re not confident you might as well go home.
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