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Derek Jeter Re-Signs With Yankees: So Who Won The Negotiations?

the announcement today that Derek Jeter and the New York Yankees have finally agreed on a new contract, the Yankees can turn their attention to their big offseason target—Cliff Lee.

There was never any doubt that Jeter would be returning to the Bronx, despite harsh statements from both sides and the Yankees' decision not to offer Jeter arbitration.

According to reports, Jeter has accepted a three-year contract worth around $51 million. The exact details of the deal aren't yet known, but an option for a fourth year at a reduced salary is probably included.

The deal would pay Jeter an average salary of $17 million, keeping him the highest paid shortstop in baseball (behind only the Rockies' Troy Tulowitzki at $15.8 million ...

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