Congrats to Derek Jeter

In last nights 6-2 loss against the Chicago White Sox, those who packed the hallowed grounds known as Yankee Stadium were able to witness history.

Derek Jeter in his first appearance at the plate hit a single up the middle off Gavin Floyd to secure his name atop a very special list. Jeter's single helped him pass Lou Gehrig's record for most hits at Yankee Stadium. Jeter broke the record with just 6 games left to play in the House The Ruth Built.

The single was Jeter's 1,270th hit at Yankee Stadium, and as he got to first he heard a very familiar noise. The crowd which has watched him grow right before their eyes, the crowd that has seen Jeter lead a team to victory countless amount of times were all on their feet and cheering for their captain.

Once he got on bases he tipped his cap and said thank you, as he has done many times before but this time it was a little different. "I'm always a little uncomfortable in those situations," Jeter said

"He's a true Yankee," manager Joe Girardi said. "I think he embodies what baseball people want to see in a player: a guy that goes about his business the right way. He stays out of the headlines. He just does a lot of great things."

As the season ends for the Yankees, this year they have not had much to smile about. The Yankees will miss the post season for the first time in 14 years. Next year will bring on a whole new Yankee team. New players, new $1.3 billion stadium, and a new season.

Congratulations Derek Jeter, forever a Yankee.