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New York Yankees Derek Jeter gets warm send off in Gatorade ad

Friday, September 19, 2014

The ad starts off with Derek Jeter looking out nostalgically at the New York City streets.

Jeter instructs his driver that he will get out and walk the rest of the way to the stadium.

Jeter then greets gracious fans while walking.

A group of children is thrilled to see a Yankee hero in the flesh.

Jeter stops by a neighborhood bar to chat with fans.

Fans outside Yankee Stadium are ecstatic to see Jeter.

Jeter then thinks about where his legacy will stand amongst the Yankee greats.

Jeter taps a sign with a Joe DiMaggio quote that says "I want to thank the good lord for making me a Yankee"

Jeter then steps on field to a flurry of applause.

Number 2 gives a wave to the crowd who has adored him for so many years.

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New York Yankees Derek Jeter gets warm send off in Gatorade adThe ad starts off with Derek Jeter looking out nostalgically at the New York City streets.

Gatorade

Whether you love or hate the Yankees, you got to respect Derek Jeter.

The legendary short stop of the New York Yankees will be retiring at the end of the 2014 MLB season. Amidst a career full of incredible highs and few letdowns, Jeter is going to be missed dearly by his Bronx benefactors and the baseball community at large.

Gatorade helped commemorate Jeter's legacy with the touching ad below. Set to Frank Sinatra's "I Did It My Way," it features Jeter walking through the streets of New York, meeting gracious fans before stepping through the storied halls of Yankee Stadium and out onto the field. Jeter's last game will be Thursday, September 25th as the Yankees host the Baltimore Orioles. Check out the video below and try not to tear up.

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