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Posted By: Todd Schultz

and would vote Jeter the MVP, even though I'm a diehard Twins fan who would love to see Morneau represent. Jeter is the consummate middle infielder and leader, and his plays in the big games accentuate his value. I really don't know what you want a SS to do that he can't. He averages around 110 runs a year, .315 BA, just shy of 200 hits, 20 SB, and plays solid defense. Throw in 15 HR and 75 RBI from the two hole, and that's pretty damn good. As Jay Wolt pointed out, his numbers compare favorably to 5 HOF middle infielders, and that doesn't include defense and intangibles.