Posts tagged New York Yankees
Inside Derek Jeter’s Catholic Roots: How Faith And Family Made Him A Baseball Superstar

Before he became a superstar shortstop for the Yankees and one of New York’s most-beloved sports icons, Derek Jeter grew up going to Catholic schools. As a pro, he wore a rosary under his uniform and even prayed before his final at-bat at Yankee Stadium.

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COVID-19 Claims Lindy McDaniel, Retired Major-League Pitcher And Longtime Preacher

McDaniel, 84, served as an elder of a 50-member congregation northeast of Dallas. He is known for a career with the St. Louis Cardinals, Chicago Cubs, San Francisco Giants, New York Yankees and Kansas City Royals — and for his devout Christian faith and service.

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