For anyone who's been surprised by Derek Jeter's latest life chapter, let it be known the New York Yankees' no-nonsense shortstop had a soft 'n' gooey center all along.

"A lot of people may have thought I was emotionally stunted when I was playing," the 14-time MLB All-Star quipped to E! News' Francesca Amiker in an exclusive interview. "That's not the case, I just hid it well. But I think having kids brings out the softer side of everyone, and I couldn't be happier."