Overview

• Royce Lewis honored Derek Jeter by imitating his pre-pitch routine during his first at-bat at Yankee Stadium.
• A misunderstanding with the umpire led to an unexpected timeout, but Lewis eventually homered in the game.
• The Twins' third baseman received a Jeter-model bat on his 25th birthday from the visiting clubhouse manager.
• Lewis has faced significant injury challenges but has shown resilience and promise when healthy.
• This tribute adds a personal milestone to Lewis's career as he continues to recover and perform.