Jetergate

Taxman: Derek Jeter cheated New York out of millions
New York Daily News

Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter cheated New York out of millions in taxes by claiming he lived in Florida when he really was living it up in Manhattan, state officials say.

The tax man is going after the All-Star slugger for three years' worth of back taxes and interest - using his own words against him.

"He has made numerous public statements professing his love for New York," the state Division of Tax Appeals wrote in legal papers.

The tax case is the first blemish on Jeter's squeaky-clean reputation, though there's no suggestion of criminal wrongdoing.

Jeter - who makes more than $20 million a year with the Bombers and millions more in endorsements - claims he established residency in Tampa in 1994.

State officials are seeking taxes for three years starting in 2001 - the same year he bought a $13 million apartment at Trump World Tower.