If You Don't Have Something Nice to Say. . .
Yesterday’s Dodger game was too disgusting to write about. How do you give up 10 runs to the Giants, a little league team? And how do you not score more than two runs against Bret Tomko?
Since I have nothing nice to say about the Dodgers, let’s talk about Derek Jeter instead. The catch he made in last night’s game against Detroit was simply amazing, not only reeling in a ball with his back 180 degrees away from the plate, but tackling rookie second-baseman Robinson Cano, who was in his way.
Word to Cano: When the team captain and future Hall of Famer is chasing after a ball, GET OUT OF THE WAY. Jeter is worth $20 million a year; you’re worth $20,000 a month. If the ball falls for a hit, it’s not the end of the world. But if you bang up the franchise, you’ll be on the next Irabu out of town.
Jeter continues to astound. Even those who are not Yankee fans can recall half a dozen plays from his highlight reel. The relay from left that nailed Timo Perez at the plate in the 2000 World Series. The catch against Oakland in the playoffs where he fell into the let-field stands to catch a ball. The dive into the stands against Boston to prevent the winning run from scoring. The grounder deep in the hole that he fields, then jumps and pivots in the air to make the throw to first, which he has done so often that people now expect other shortstops to emulate it. And of course the Giambi flip.
Add this latest catch to his long list of highlights. And start a list of NFL highlights for the Yankee shortstop. This catch was as good as anything Jerry Rice or Randy Moss has ever done.
Jeter’s stellar defense is made all the more impressive by the cast of designated hitters that surround him. The Yankees could almost start an all–DH lineup with Jason Giambi, Bernie Williams, Jorge Posada, Ruben Sierra, and Tony Womack. Perhaps they can acquire Mike Sweeney from the Royals, who are eager to dump his salary, and Mike Piazza from the Mets. Those guys can stand around while Jeter makes all the plays.
Since I have nothing nice to say about the Dodgers, let’s talk about Derek Jeter instead. The catch he made in last night’s game against Detroit was simply amazing, not only reeling in a ball with his back 180 degrees away from the plate, but tackling rookie second-baseman Robinson Cano, who was in his way.
Word to Cano: When the team captain and future Hall of Famer is chasing after a ball, GET OUT OF THE WAY. Jeter is worth $20 million a year; you’re worth $20,000 a month. If the ball falls for a hit, it’s not the end of the world. But if you bang up the franchise, you’ll be on the next Irabu out of town.
Jeter continues to astound. Even those who are not Yankee fans can recall half a dozen plays from his highlight reel. The relay from left that nailed Timo Perez at the plate in the 2000 World Series. The catch against Oakland in the playoffs where he fell into the let-field stands to catch a ball. The dive into the stands against Boston to prevent the winning run from scoring. The grounder deep in the hole that he fields, then jumps and pivots in the air to make the throw to first, which he has done so often that people now expect other shortstops to emulate it. And of course the Giambi flip.
Add this latest catch to his long list of highlights. And start a list of NFL highlights for the Yankee shortstop. This catch was as good as anything Jerry Rice or Randy Moss has ever done.
Jeter’s stellar defense is made all the more impressive by the cast of designated hitters that surround him. The Yankees could almost start an all–DH lineup with Jason Giambi, Bernie Williams, Jorge Posada, Ruben Sierra, and Tony Womack. Perhaps they can acquire Mike Sweeney from the Royals, who are eager to dump his salary, and Mike Piazza from the Mets. Those guys can stand around while Jeter makes all the plays.
posted by John Rosenthal @ 9:09 AM
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