The speedy Jeter spent his first two seasons as a late-inning defensive substitute
for Willie Stargell in the Pirates' outfield. He couldn't produce consistently when
given more playing time by the Padres in 1972 (.221) and the White Sox in 1973 (.240).
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FROM THE BASEBALL CHRONOLOGY
»April 18, 1972:
Giants slugger Willie McCovey breaks his right arm in a collision with John Jeter during a win over the Padres. He will be out until June 3rd.