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Judge named 16th captain in Yankees history, first since Jeter, Sports
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From Griffith to Jeter: The Yankees captains, Bronx Pinstripes
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The Captain The Story Behind Derek Jeter
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Farewell, Captain: Derek Jeter wins it for New York Yankees in final home game
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Derek Jeter's road to the Hall: A rocky start in Greensboro
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Aaron Judge becomes Yanks captain, with Derek Jeter at side
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Derek Jeter reacts to Aaron Judge being named Yankees captain
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On this date in 2003: Yankees name Jeter captain, Bronx Pinstripes
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Derek Jeter's No. 2 retired by Yankees, plaque unveiled
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MLB on X: On this day in 2003, Derek Jeter was named captain of the @ Yankees. Who should be your team's captain? / X
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Aaron Judge becomes Yanks captain, with Derek Jeter at side