Athletes Show Re2pect to Derek Jeter

Sports stars pay homage to the retiring baseball legend.

Athletes Pay Re2pect to Derek Jeter's Legendary Career - Even if it were scripted, one would be hard-pressed to outdo the ending to Derek Jeter's final home game at Yankee Stadium on Thursday night. With the score tied in the bottom of the ninth inning, the future Hall of Famer hit a walk-off single to give the New York Yankees a 6-5 victory over the Baltimore Orioles. What a Bronx ending to Jeter's legendary career. Fans recognized him with seemingly-endless cheers and his fellow athletes followed in paying their respects to the Yankees captain. Sports stars, like Chris Paul here, posted their best Instagram shots as they show respect to Derek Jeter.(Photo: Chris Paul via Instagram)

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Athletes Pay Re2pect to Derek Jeter's Legendary Career - Even if it were scripted, one would be hard-pressed to outdo the ending to Derek Jeter's final home game at Yankee Stadium on Thursday night. With the score tied in the bottom of the ninth inning, the future Hall of Famer hit a walk-off single to give the New York Yankees a 6-5 victory over the Baltimore Orioles. What a Bronx ending to Jeter's legendary career. Fans recognized him with seemingly-endless cheers and his fellow athletes followed in paying their respects to the Yankees captain. Sports stars, like Chris Paul here, posted their best Instagram shots as they show respect to Derek Jeter.(Photo: Chris Paul via Instagram)

LeBron James, @KingJames - From the king of the court to the king of the diamond, re2pect paid. The four-time NBA MVP dubbed Jeter the "GOAT" and vowed that the Hall of Fame is next. No doubt.(Photo: LeBron James via Instagram)

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LeBron James, @KingJames - From the king of the court to the king of the diamond, re2pect paid. The four-time NBA MVP dubbed Jeter the "GOAT" and vowed that the Hall of Fame is next. No doubt.(Photo: LeBron James via Instagram)

Mike Trout, @MikeTrout - Cool shot of Mike Trout and Derek Jeter getting some field work in during warmups for the 2014 MLB All-Star Game this past July. DJ is the leaving the game in good hands with young stars like Trout. (Photo: Mike Trout via Instagram)

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Mike Trout, @MikeTrout - Cool shot of Mike Trout and Derek Jeter getting some field work in during warmups for the 2014 MLB All-Star Game this past July. DJ is the leaving the game in good hands with young stars like Trout. (Photo: Mike Trout via Instagram)

J.R. Smith, @teamswish - "You can't name #1 who does it better! #RE2PECT #4Ever" New York Knicks guard J.R. Smith wrote on his Instagram account. Nice quote.(Photo: JR Smith via Instagram)

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J.R. Smith, @teamswish - "You can't name #1 who does it better! #RE2PECT #4Ever" New York Knicks guard J.R. Smith wrote on his Instagram account. Nice quote.(Photo: JR Smith via Instagram)

Kevin Love, @kevinlove - The NBA All-Star power forward was tuning into Derek Jeter's final home game Thursday night, calling this sign the best of the night. Hard to argue with that.(Photo: Kevin Love via Instagram)

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Kevin Love, @kevinlove - The NBA All-Star power forward was tuning into Derek Jeter's final home game Thursday night, calling this sign the best of the night. Hard to argue with that.(Photo: Kevin Love via Instagram)

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Carmelo Anthony, @carmeloanthony - New York Knicks superstar Carmelo Anthony definitely took heed to whatever advice the future baseball Hall of Famer gave him over the years. The proof is in this statement Melo gave alongside posting this picture. "Through your knowledge and wisdom, I now understand. Thanks Captain. #Re2pect #Ihadchillstonite #Itwaswritten #StayMe7o."(Photo: Carmelo Anthony via Instagram)

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Carmelo Anthony, @carmeloanthony - New York Knicks superstar Carmelo Anthony definitely took heed to whatever advice the future baseball Hall of Famer gave him over the years. The proof is in this statement Melo gave alongside posting this picture. "Through your knowledge and wisdom, I now understand. Thanks Captain. #Re2pect #Ihadchillstonite #Itwaswritten #StayMe7o."(Photo: Carmelo Anthony via Instagram)

Miguel Cabrera, @officialmiguelcabrera - Props from arguably the best hitter in baseball, now that's re2pect. (Photo: Miguel Cabrera via Instagram)

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Miguel Cabrera, @officialmiguelcabrera - Props from arguably the best hitter in baseball, now that's re2pect. (Photo: Miguel Cabrera via Instagram)

Damian Lillard, @damianlillard - Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard kept his salute to the legendary shortstop simple and classy. Short and to the point, but poignant. (Photo: Damian Lillard via Instagram)

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Damian Lillard, @damianlillard - Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard kept his salute to the legendary shortstop simple and classy. Short and to the point, but poignant. (Photo: Damian Lillard via Instagram)

Robinson Cano, @robinsoncano - "Tip of the hat to the Captain today. I’ve learned so much from him as a person and a player and it’s been an honor to share the field with him all these years. We’re gonna miss you Derek." Former New York Yankees second baseman drove his point home.(Photo: Robinson Cano via Instagram)

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Robinson Cano, @robinsoncano - "Tip of the hat to the Captain today. I’ve learned so much from him as a person and a player and it’s been an honor to share the field with him all these years. We’re gonna miss you Derek." Former New York Yankees second baseman drove his point home.(Photo: Robinson Cano via Instagram)