11.   Jeter is angry, but he is trying to deal with it -- constructively.

12.   Jeter is cognizant that this has made him successful, and he has been careful not to stray from his basic approach.

13.   Jeter is now six months closer to free agency and his price tag has presumably increased.

14.   Jeter is the dynamic player who symbolizes these successful Yankees, the youngest player, the most popular player and maybe even the most indispensable player.

15.   Jeter is the first shortstop since Ernie Banks to lead his team in hits in each of his first four seasons.

16.   Jeter was due to become a free agent at the end of next season, but he had made no overtures about leaving.

17.   Jeter was not lower than eighth in any of the five offensive and two defensive statistical categories.

18.   Jeter was not sure when he would play again.

19.   Jeter was safe at second.

20.   Jeter was vague on the specifics of his workouts but said he did something every weekday, varying the routine to include running and light weight lifting.