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Derek Jeter's contract: A breakdown

We interrupt our Cliff Lee/Yankees-Red Sox drama to bring you a little information on Derek Jeter's recently signed contract.

You knew that Jeter was guaranteed four years and $56 million, if he so desired, and that he could increase that to as much as $65 million by attaining certain incentives.

Now, here's precisely how it all shakes out:

1) In 2011, Jeter will earn $15 million,...

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