The Contract

In "The Contract," the debut book of the New York Times bestselling Contract series, young Derek Jeter aspires to be the shortstop for the New York Yankees. When he joins the Little League Tigers and finds himself positioned at second base, he remains determined to excel both on the field and in school, thanks to a contract with his parents that emphasizes the importance of good grades. This heartfelt middle grade baseball novel captures the dreams and challenges of a young sports icon inspired by Jeter's own childhood.