Getting memorabilia from a baseball star is the stuff of dreams for a baseball fan. Signed jerseys, gloves, and balls are the most sought-after. Receiving a signed souvenir from Alex Rodriguez is difficult, considering that the New York Yankees star retired in 2016. But most recently, the legendary third baseman gifted his private chef a huge gift linked to his biggest achievement.
Rodriguez takes care of the people that work for him, and this was a massive gesture from him. He gifted his private chef an item that probably holds a very dear place in his own heart.
Alex Rodriguez gifts his private chef a game-worn jersey from the 2009 World Series
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Winning the 2009 World Series was a dream come true for Alex Rodriguez. It is arguably the biggest achievement of his baseball career. Most recently, A-Rod gifted his private chef a game-worn jersey from the 2009 World Series. It is a massive gesture from the former Yankees star as he parts ways with a truly iconic jersey. A-Rod’s chef Jose L DeJesus Jr shared an Instagram Story of the MLB legend signing and giving him the jersey. The Yankee’s former third baseman even explained the significance of the jersey.
In the story, Rodriguez said, “This is the real McCoy, 2009 game-used jersey. Only, only three of them ever made, cause game 1,2, and Pettitte and Mo locked it down for game 6. So, special piece. I’m going to give you my A signature baby.”
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The 2009 World Series title was Rodriguez’s one and only championship. That makes this jersey a huge part of possibly his biggest career achievement. Although A-Rod has put up some big stats during his Yankees career, his 2009 World Series performance remains electric.
Rodriguez was key to the Yankees winning the 2009 World Series
Alex Rodriguez played a key role in the New York Yankees winning the 2009 World Series. He played some great baseball and got some clutch hits. This helped change the narrative surrounding his postseason play as he provides himself on baseball’s biggest stage.
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