Derek Jeter Hilariously Trolls David ‘Big Papi’ Ortiz Over Yankees-Red Sox Rivalry

In a lighthearted yet nostalgic exchange, New York Yankees legend Derek Jeter playfully trolled his colleague and Boston Red Sox icon David ‘Big Papi‘ Ortiz during the pregame show for Game 5 of the National League Division Series between the San Diego Padres and the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Jeter, who is now a Fox Sports analyst, brought up the historic rivalry between the Yankees and the Red Sox, specifically referencing the 2003 American League Championship Series (ALCS) Game 7. During this game, Yankees pitcher Mike Mussina made a crucial appearance as a reliever, helping the Yankees overcome a 4-0 deficit and eventually win the series. Jeter highlighted this moment to illustrate the creative strategies teams employ in high-stakes playoff games.

Ortiz, known for his mischievous on-air personality, responded with a mix of humor and camaraderie, saying, “I thought we were friends right now, bro.” Jeter retorted, “We are. Last year it was all 2004. You had a documentary on 2004,” referring to the upcoming Netflix documentary “The Comeback: 2004 Boston Red Sox,” which celebrates the Red Sox’s historic comeback and World Series win in 2004.

The banter between Jeter and Ortiz is a continuation of their friendly rivalry, which began when they started working together on Fox Sports in 2023. This exchange added to the anticipation and excitement of the NLDS Game 5, reminding viewers of the rich history and intense rivalries in Major League Baseball.