‘The Hall is a little better today.’ MLB reacts to Derek Jeter making the Hall of Fame

Miami Marlins CEO and former New York Yankees star shortstop Derek Jeter is heading to Cooperstown, New York. Jeter joins Larry Walker as the two-person 2020 class for the National Baseball Hall of Fame.

And Jeter came one vote shy of being a unanimous selection, a feat only accomplished by Jeter’s former teammate Mariano Rivera.

Jeter, 45, won five World Series titles over his 20 MLB seasons, all with the Yankees, and received a swarm of support following the announcement.

Here’s a glimpse at the reaction from the baseball world now that The Captain is officially heading to the Hall of Fame.

Yankees manager Aaron Boone: “I had the opportunity to play with Derek Jeter in 2003, and coming over from the National League, I soon realized that he is the greatest competitor that I ever had the chance to play with. If anyone out there epitomizes what a Hall of Famer is, it’s Derek Jeter. Congratulations, Derek — the Hall is a little better today.”

MLB Chief Baseball Officer and former Yankees manager Joe Torre: “A Derek Jeter comes along once in a generation. By August of 1996 his teammates started looking for him to set the tone and make things happen. Derek was comfortable in his own skin. On the biggest stage in sports, he was never afraid to fail and always kept the game fun. Derek respected the game, the fans, his teammates and his opponents. His character, determination and confidence are a wonderful reflection of how he was raised by his parents. It was a true privilege to watch Derek and to be his manager for 12 years. To this day, he still calls me ‘Mr. Torre.’ Today it is a pleasure to say, ‘Welcome to the Hall, Mr. Jeter!’ You did it with class and grace.”

Former teammate Mariano Rivera: “It’s going to be a very special day standing next to Derek in Cooperstown this summer. He had such a deep desire to win, and that singular commitment to his team is what made him so special. Derek prided himself on being a consistent presence. No moment was too big. He was fearless, and he was the type of leader we knew we could count on year after year. I feel so fortunate that he was a teammate and friend for my entire career, and I congratulate him on this great honor.”

Former teammate and current Marlins special adviser to baseball operations Jorge Posada: “Derek has done everything that a baseball player should do. He played the game the right way. He played the game to win. He played the game with no excuses. I saw it from day one — I thought he would be a Hall of Famer. Congratulations, Derek, you deserve it.”

Marlins manager Don Mattingly: “Congratulations to Derek on being elected into the Baseball Hall of Fame. I think we all knew this day was coming, and I have been blessed to have had a front row seat on the ride. For me, just watching Derek over the years, just seeing him at his best when the games were the biggest — he’s a true Hall of Famer.”

Marlins principal owner Bruce Sherman: “On behalf of the entire Miami Marlins organization, I congratulate Derek on his election into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Humility, class, consistency, strong work ethic, a desire to win and a deep commitment to positively impact the community have made Derek a great role model for baseball fans throughout the world. The manner in which Derek carries himself both on and off the field has earned the respect of teammates, opponents, coaches, media and fans alike. We look forward to joining baseball fans from around the world this July when he takes his rightful place in the Hall of Fame.”

Former teammate Robinson Cano: “HOF!!! Congrats my brother. One of the greatest to ever do it. Enjoyed every moment on and off the field. #Re2pect”

Marlins shortstop Miguel Rojas: “Congratulations to Derek Jeter and his whole family on getting inducted to the @baseballhall Thank you for being an inspiration for a lot of us, to play the game the way you did. #R2SPECT to the Captain, honored to be on the same team now.”