On Tuesday night, Derek Jeter, the former great who is now five years retired from play, was . The vote was nearly unanimous with 99.75% of the ballots listing his name, good for the second-highest voting percentage in Cooperstown history. The Captain was a sure member of the hall, but even still, he was nervous about the whole thing and was anxious all day leading up to the announcement of the voting results.Few players in pinstripes had the impact Jeter had and continues to have, not only Austin Pruitt Jersey in New York, but in the league as a whole. His legacy and greatne s are now cemented as he prepares to be enshrined In the hall of baseball's greatest this summer.As the news broke, former and current players, managers and owners had their congratulations ready and took to social media to send a me sage to No. 2. Fans from all over also showed love to the Yankees great. Here are some of the best reactions and me sages to Jeter.The Yankees of course tweeted out many congratulatory posts, including a video that will give all baseball fans, New York or otherwise, goosebumps. A Bronx legend. A baseball legend. New York Yankees (@Yankees) Fellow Hall of Famer Mariano Rivera, and the only player to have a higher voting percentage on the ballot than No. 2, called Jeter "fearle s" and said he cannot wait until he is able to stand next to him in Cooperstown. Teammate and fellow Hall of Famer Mariano Rivera on Derek Jeter: New York Yankees (@Yankees) To the Brendan McKay Jersey best teammate a player can ever ask for...your hard work, respect for the game and selfle s leadership have always served as an inspiration. Felicidades y gracias por las memorias! Mariano Rivera (@MarianoRivera) Joe Torre called Jeter a once in a generation type of player and echoed what Rivera said about him being ready for any moment at any time. He Steven Souza Jersey spoke not only to his on-field performance, but to his character as well. Manager and fellow Hall of Famer Joe Torre on Derek Jeter: New York Yankees (@Yankees) tweeted out a series of photos saying it was an honor to play alongside the now Hall of Famer. Congrats big bro! Hell of a career and undisputed hall of famer. Honored to have played this game with you. CC Sabathia (@CC_Sabathia) Current Yankees skipper Aaron Boone also had a me sage for Jeter. From :"I had the opportunity to play with Derek Jeter in 2003, and coming over from the National League, I soon realized that he is the greatest competitor that I ever had the chance to play with. If anyone out Tampa Bay Rays Jersey there epitomizes what a Hall of Famer is, it's Derek Jeter. Congratulations, Derek the Hall is a little better today."Alex Rodriguez said Jeter was one of the greatest players in any position and in any era of baseball. To The Captain Derek Jeter - congratulations on taking your rightful place in the Baseball Hall of Fame where you will be, for eternity, as one of historys greatest players, at any position, in any era. Alex Rodriguez (@AROD) Pedro Martinez had a sweet me sage, followed by joking that he was glad he does not have to face Jeter and they get to be on the same team now. No surprise with you DJ! Ever since you stepped on the field you looked like a HOF. Glad youre on my team now, and dont have to face you. Happy to have you on the Sergio Romo Jersey Respect! Pedro Martinez (@45PedroMartinez) Jorge Posada said Jeter played the game "the right way." Teammate Jorge Posada on Derek Jeter: New York Yankees (@Yankees) Hall of Famer Dave Winfield, like everyone, had no doubts Jeter's day would come. Derek #2 congratulations on your election to the I knew this day would come!!You deserve this honor and Ill see you soon Dave Winfield (@DaveWinfieldHOF) Andy Pettitte played with many greats, but said Jeter was separate from the rest. Teammate Andy Pettitte on Derek Jeter: New York Yankees (@Yankees) , Michael Jordan, , Tiger Woods, Reggie Jackson, Cal Ripken Jr. and also all had me sages and memories to share on Jeter's big day.A post shared by (@mlb) on Jan 22, 2020 at 7:47am PSTSome athletes Yandy Diaz Jersey took to Twitter to question why Jeter was not a unanimous decision. Only one person did not vote for him for the 2020 HOF cla s. Whos the one guy... 1 Vote Short!? Really!? Show yourself! Ru sell Wilson (@DangeRu sWilson) How is Derek Jeter not unanimous???? Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) How the hell is Derek Jeter not unanimous??? Karl-Anthony Towns (@KarlTowns) The 2020 cla s, which includes Jeter and Larry Walker, will be inducted into the Hall of Fame in July.