I don't know about you, but I think it's kind of cool when a current player worships another player. It's a nice reminder that these guys were kids once who had heroes and enjoyed watching the game just like us. That's why I found this particular note about Troy Tulowitzki idolizing Derek Jeter particularly amusing. From The Denver Post:Troy Tulowitzki grew up idolizing Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter. But his connection goes beyond his No. 2 jersey. He's hoping to get an autographed bat from Jeter during this series.Aww, that's so cute. You may think I'm making fun, but I'm not. I think it's actually cool that players are fans of other players, and I always get a kick out of it when they ask for memorabilia from other athletes. Does this sort of behavior borderline on stalking? Potentially, but I'll give Tulo the benefit of the doubt.He already has a gold medallion - sort of. When the Rockies were at Fenway Park, Tulowitzki bugged the clubhouse manager, asking him to come up with any equipment Jeter might have left behind. On the Rockies' last day in Boston, the clubbie proudly announced he found something, handing Tulowitzki a plastic gold necklace with a dollar-sign pendant. It now hangs from his locker.
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