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Derek Jeter retirement ceremony date announced by Yankees

Derek Jeter fans, get out your credit cards.

The Yankees have announced the official date of the Captain’s much-anticipated pregame tribute ceremony, adding Sept. 7 to a growing list of must-attend games for loyal fans during his farewell tour.

“The Yankees will hold a special pregame ceremony to honor the career  of Yankees captain Derek Jeter on Sunday, September 7. All fans in attendance will receive a limited-edition commemorative coin that will recognize the occasion. Further details about the ceremony will be announced at a later date,” the team posted on their website Friday.

Ticket prices for the 1:05 p.m. game against the Kansas City Royals are sure to skyrocket. Can’t afford them? Have your own mini-tribute while you look back at Jeter’s defining moments, here.