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Derek Jeter's adorable little nephew is devastated that he can't wear No. 2 for the Yankees

Published May. 15, 2017 10:02 a.m. ET

Lindsey Foltin

The Yankees retired the No. 2 for longtime shortstop Derek Jeter Sunday night but 'The Captain' is already considering un-retiring his number for one special person.

Sorta.

After the ceremony at Yankee Stadium, Jeter's biggest fan, five-year-old nephew Jalen, asked 'Uncle Derek' an important question in the most adorable way.

"When I play for the Yankees can I wear your number two?" Jalen asked. And his reaction to Jeter's response was priceless.

Jalen Jeter Martin has a very important question for Uncle Derek. #JeterNight pic.twitter.com/d8ApHEQews

— The Players' Tribune (@PlayersTribune) May 15, 2017

The look of devastation on little Jalen's face was enough to make Uncle Derek waver from his original answer. How can you blame him?