FILE PHOTO: Sep 8, 2021; Cooperstown, New York, USA; Hall of Famer Inductee Derek Jeter makes his acceptance speech during the 2021 National Baseball Hall of Fame induction ceremony at Clark Sports Center. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports
Derek Jeter stepped down as chief executive officer of the Miami Marlins on Monday.
Both the team and the Hall of Fame shortstop released statements announcing the sudden breakup.
Jeter said he will also no longer serve as a shareholder in the club he has been part owner of since 2017.
“We had a vision five years ago to turn the Marlins franchise around, and as CEO, I have been proud to put my name and reputation on the line to make our plan a reality,” Jeter’s statement reads. “Through hard work, trust and accountability, we transformed every aspect of the franchise, reshaping the workforce, and developing a long-term…
