June 3, 2003: Derek Jeter officially named New York Yankees captain. It was no surprise, as Jeter has become the franchise player that the Yankees organization expected him to become. Jeter won Rookie of the Year honors in 1996 and the 2000 season was his breakout year, as he collected the All-Star MVP and World Series MVP Awards. To date, he's led the Yankees to four World Series Championships and has continually amazed fans with his timely hitting, amazing catches and throws, as well as his infectious love of the game. This authentic Louisville Slugger P72 Derek Jeter game model bat has been hand signed by Jeter and comes complete with a Steiner Sports Certificate of Authenticity.