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Derek Jeter's departure raises questions about what his reputation will ultimately be within the sporting world. Will he be remembered for the elegance and talent he exhibited on the field, or will the failures of his executive tenure haunt him as a blemish on his otherwise gilded career? Jeter himself assuredly views this as an opportunity for departure without stigma. Statements from him assert that he honored his commitment and felt a responsibility to the franchise. Yet history often paints a fuller picture, one that encompasses both the highs and lows.