8. Jeter Dives Into The Stands
This moment was vintage Derek Jeter.
Sure, he made better plays like his jump throw or cutoff relay in the 2001 American League Division Series, but this was still one of the best plays of his legendary career.
The dive into the stands took place in the 12th inning with the game tied four apiece. Trot Nixon lifted a blooper into left that would have fallen for a base hit, but he forgot about who was playing shortstop.
Jeter made the play on the run, and his momentum forced him to dive into the stands down the left field line.
This would help keep the game tied in an eventual 5-4 Yankees victory in 13 innings. The victory was earned thanks in large part to the acrobatic catch in front of a crowd of 55,265 fans.
