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Yankees Will Suffer on Field and off If Derek Jeter Begins Season on DL

1996, the constant for the Yankees has been world-class play at the shortstop position from their great captain, Derek Jeter. As the 2013 season approaches, it's now a possibility that Jeter may not be manning the space between third and second to start the year.

A major void to fill both in the clubhouse and on the diamond.

The Yankees may suffer more than most people think if Jeter is to miss extended periods of time. And, that's assuming Jeter will return at 100 percent health this year, even if he has to miss another couple of weeks and rejoin the team after the first 10 or 15 games.

What the sabermetricians and some fans have failed to realize with Jeter is his tremendous confidence, leadership and consistency, despite a natural ...

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