Inside story of Derek Jeter's 'Mr. November' home run ball

espn.comPublished: 6/8/2025

Summary

Neil Dunlevy’s life story intertwines his deep passion for baseball and a cherished family heirloom—a Mr. November baseball acquired from Derek Jeter during an interleague game at Coors Field in 2001. This ball, now part of his family collection, holds significant personal meaning due to its historical connections to Jeter’s career and the impact of 9/11. Dunleavy is considering donating a portion of proceeds from authenticating it to Jeter’s Turn 2 Foundation, reflecting on how this memorabilia has enriched his life beyond sports.