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“Jeter Snubs Yankees Reunion!” — Captain Skips Old-Timers’ Game, Sparks Outrage Over ‘Family First’ Decision.Y1

July 28, 2025 by mrs a


⚾ Captain Avoids the Field for Family: Why Jeter Won’t Be at Yankees’ Old-Timers’ Day Game

NEW YORK — When the Yankees announced their grand return to the full baseball game format for Old-Timers’ Day on August 9, fans braced for a star-studded celebration of the 2000 World Series champions. Legends like Mariano Rivera, Jorge Posada, Joe Torre, David Justice, and Alfonso Soriano will take the field. But one glaring absence stood out: Derek Jeter, the 2000 World Series MVP, will not be attending

🙁 Why Captain Jeter Won’t Be There

Despite being a central figure of the celebrated team, Derek Jeter has confirmed he’ll skip this year’s festivities—not due to health issues or schedule conflicts, but because he’ll be attending his daughter’s birthday party instead  His oldest child, Bella Raine, born August 17, will be turning eight just days after the event, and Jeter prioritized family time over public appearances.

He’s also long made it clear he’s retired from participating in on-field action:

“They’re not gonna see me hit again. No, I’d be afraid of hurting myself.” — Jeter, speaking at last year’s Old‑Timers’ Day arena-only event

🔥 Reaction: Praise and Criticism Collide

Listeners on WFAN sparked debate when veteran host Boomer Esiason labeled Jeter’s choice “elitist” and “insulting” to fans who still adore the captain for his iconic leadership and connection to Yankees history  Esiason argued that even if Jeter opted out of playing, he should still show up to respect the legacy he helped build: “Just show up—even if you don’t wear the uniform,” he argued

Media personalities and fans alike split on the issue: some defend him, citing his right to prioritize fatherhood, while others say the captain owes a symbolic gesture to a fanbase that saw him as their hero.

🧢 A Legacy Worth Celebrating, With or Without Jeter

Jeter’s absence is especially notable given the event honors the team that captured the 2000 World Series, led by Jeter himself. He famously earned World Series MVP, became the first Yankee to win All-Star MVP in that same season, and helped propel the franchise through its early 2000s dynasty — achievements still widely celebrated at Yankee Stadium and beyond

Though often grouped with the other members of the “Core Four,” this year Jeter stands alone in absence while longtime teammates like Mariano Rivera, Jorge Posada, Andy Pettitte, and Joe Torre prepare to return to the field in uniform for the first time since 2019

🕹 What Makes This Year Different?

This year marks the first return of the alumni baseball game since 2019, paused due to Covid restrictions. The full-card event includes Q&A sessions and a short exhibition battle between alumni teams — a draw for longtime fans

While Jeter has attended Old-Timers’ Day in 2023 and 2024, he has always opted for off-field Q&A sessions rather than playing. Now, as the baseball game returns, he’s skipped the event entirely—amplifying the intrigue around his decision

🧩 Balancing Legacy and Privacy

Despite the criticism, supporters argue that Jeter’s decision reflects a deliberate choice: prioritizing his daughter’s special day in place of nostalgia or tradition—not controversy.

Whether fans view it as a personal stand or a slight to tradition, one thing is clear: Derek Jeter remains a defining figure of Yankees lore. His stats—3,465 hits, five World Series titles, five Gold Gloves, and a first-ballot Hall of Fame induction at 99.7%—speak for themselves

📌 Final Take

As August 9 approaches, fans will remember: this year’s Old-Timers’ Day is about celebrating Dodger Stadium-class legends, yet one True Yankee won’t be there in person.

Is it disrespect or devotion? That answer may forever remain part of Jeter’s legacy.

 

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