FOX Sports: Perry: In Big Apple, Reyes has passed Jeter by

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And then there’s defense. Jeter, despite constant hosannas from the mainstream media, undeserved Gold Gloves, and the comically partisan objections of Yankee fans, simply isn’t an adequate defender. And he never has been. He’s a great player, and that in part is why people have such a hard time wrapping their heads around the idea that Jeter can’t field his position. So let’s put this another way: in his prime, Jeter was great at every aspect of the game — hitting, running the bases, being a leader, tracking fly balls, showing arm strength, making routine plays — except demonstrating range on ground balls. On this point, the numbers are in total and unflinching agreement. Don’t believe the chorus of statistics? Then use your eyes and watch Jeter, particularly when he’s moving to his left. What you’ll see is a player who has no business manning shortstop. (There’s a reason that his derisive nickname in some quarters is Derek “Past a Diving” Jeter.)

...As for Reyes, he’s much better in the field. He’s not a Gold Glove-caliber shortstop, but he’s above average and figures to remain so for some time. And unlike Jeter, he’s got a first step that allows him to get to an acceptable percentage of ground balls hit into his zone. Now let’s put it all together ...