"That hug is faker than A-Rod's teeth" - MLB fans react to Derek Jeter's awkward hug with Alex Rodriguez Notifications New User posted their first comment this is comment text Approve Reject & ban Delete Logout

That hug is faker than A-Rod s teeth - MLB fans react to Derek Jeter s awkward hug with Alex Rodriguez

These two have had a tense relationship (Image via Jared_Carrabis on Twitter) The rivalry between and Alex Rodriguez is no secret. The two have had a fractured relationship for years, stemming from a 2001 interview in which Rodriguez made comments about the New York Yankees shortstop that Jeter found untoward. There was also the issue of Jeter refusing to move out of shortstop when the added Rodriguez, who was a far better defender at that position. Despite their success together, the two have a tenuous relationship at best. They reunited last night in Philadelphia for the World Series, which is where the pair won their only ring together back in 2009. To see them friendly and amicable, even with hated Boston Red Sox rival as well, was a sight for sore eyes. As Jared Carrabis pointed out, it proves that anything is possible. World peace is possible.World peace is possible. Baseball fans, whether they're Yankees, Red Sox or of other teams, were surprised to see this combination, though these are professionals who can at least set aside their personal disdain for one evening. Yeah, no. That hug is faker, than ARod’s teeth! Yeah, no. That hug is faker, than ARod’s teeth! Yeah, I don’t get the feeling that Derek and Alex text each other often and fondly Yeah, I don’t get the feeling that Derek and Alex text each other often and fondly A-Rod was so much better than Jeter and it’s not even close A-Rod was so much better than Jeter and it’s not even close Two of these guys are Hall of Famers. The other was suspended over a full season for failing multiple tests for a drug cheat. Two of these guys are Hall of Famers. The other was suspended over a full season for failing multiple tests for a drug cheat. Uncensored version Uncensored version Jeter hates ARod. Jeter hates ARod. Yeah, notice how they had A-Rod slide to his right to accommodate Jeter. Yeah, notice how they had A-Rod slide to his right to accommodate Jeter. The two randos hugging are annoying, I’m trying to focus on Papi and his awesome purple suit. The two randos hugging are annoying, I’m trying to focus on Papi and his awesome purple suit. I’ll believe it when I see Griffey Junior shake Aroids hand. I’ll believe it when I see Griffey Junior shake Aroids hand. Definitely forced he hates Arod Definitely forced he hates Arod The best Yankee shortstop in my lifetime.... and Derek Jeter. The best Yankee shortstop in my lifetime.... and Derek Jeter. Despite their differences, they made a great team on the broadcast last night, bringing the Philadelphia Phillies and Houston Astros game to baseball fans everywhere.

Why does Derek Jeter dislike Alex Rodriguez

As mentioned, despite their on-field success, the two Yankees stars do not have a great relationship. Much of it began when the Yankees traded for Rodriguez and he was forced to move from his natural position despite being a significantly better defender than Jeter. Jeter is widely considered one of the most detrimental defenders of all time with a stunning -165 defensive runs saved. That doesn't include the years before they tracked the stat. New York Yankees v Boston Red Sox However, the shortstop's disdain comes from comments made by Rodriguez in 2001, when he said, : "He’s reserved, quiet. Jeter’s been blessed with great talent around him. So he’s never had to lead. He doesn’t have to, he can just go and play and have fun, and hit second. I mean, you know, hitting second is totally different than hitting third or fourth in a lineup because you go into New York trying to stop Bernie [Williams] and [Paul] O’Neill and everybody. You never say, ‘Don’t let Derek beat you.’ That’s never your concern." The Hall of Famer admitted he was bothered by those comments and didn't consider Rodriguez a true friend:"As a friend, I’m loyal. I just looked at it as, ‘I wouldn’t have done it.’" Since then, the two have been at odds. Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Thank You! Show More Comments No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ No thanks Delete Cancel Update Reply ❮ ❯ Be the first one to comment on this story More from Sportskeeda Fetching more content... 1 Logout No Results Found