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No matter what you say, you can’t do anything. You want to give advice and you put your two cents in here and there, but it hurts more to sit back and see guys pretty upset and beat up mentally from losing.” Assuming veteran catcher Jason Varitek...
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MYERS, Fla. (CBS) — With Tim Wakefield retiring and Jason Varitek unlikely to remain a member of the Red Sox this year, there are just two players on the roster who were part of the curse-breaking team in 2004 — David Ortiz and Kevin Youkilis. While...
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That doesn’t make it right. We were very let down as well.” Well, Josh, since the fans had no control of the complete and utter collapse of the team, and YOU DID–forgive me if I don’t feel all bad that you were let down as well… It will be interesting...
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But I will always remember the first time I saw his knuckleball, the first game that I saw his knuckleball dance in person, the laughter induced by Wakefield striking someone out on an unexpected fastball, and finally the image of him embracing Jason...
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But the pitchers, who became symbols of derision after the fried-chicken-and-beer clubhouse shenanigans , seemed genuinely contrite and humbled. Lester, in particular, spoke earnestly about wanting to be a leader and fill the void left by the...
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The price of the disintegration is clear. Valentine replaced Terry Francona, who was not asked back. General Manager Theo Epstein left for the Chicago Cubs. The longest-tenured player, pitcher Tim Wakefield, retired last week, and catcher Jason...
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February, 19, 2012 Feb 19 7:12 PM ET ESPNBoston.com's Gordon Edes and Joe McDonald recap the official opening of spring training -- reporting day for pitchers and catchers -- saying the Red Sox can expect longer days and more involved workouts under...
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Free-agent C Jason Varitek (Red Sox) is expected to decide soon whether to retire or accept the Boston Red Sox's minor league deal and report for spring training. What do you think? We want to hear from you! Please, enter the number that you see
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MYERS, Fla. The Red Sox offered Varitek an invitation to Spring Training, but couldn't guarantee him a spot on the team. While the club hasn't closed the door on Varitek resurfacing, it doesn't appear likely at this point. "I could be surprised if he...
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“This is 2012. This is the year that could be the most special year of their lives,” Valentine said. “That is definitely a message I want them to understand.” “I haven’t heard that we should get his uniform ready,” Valentine said. There’s a...
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There were too many memories that had to be relived. And some of them, frankly, Jonathan Papelbon still WANTED to relive -- like the "lifelong friends" he left behind in Boston. At one point, he paid homage to the newly retired Tim Wakefield and the...
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It looks like Salty is preparing to take over that leadership role in the catching department, which is a good good thing in my opinion. Click here to read the accompanying article with the video written by Mike Petraglia. FenwayWest.com is a fan web...
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10:27 AM ET 02.18 | Now that Tim Wakefield has chosen retirement, could Jason Varitek be far behind? In a phone interview yesterday, agent Scott Boras said Varitek "is in a position where he's ready to play" this season. But Boras added that the...
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The Boston Globe reports that free agent catcher Jason Varitek is leaning towards retirement. He has received an offer of a minor league deal with a spring training invite from the Red Sox, but some close to Varitek have said that he would rather retire...
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MYERS Fla. But that is as far as they will go. With pitchers and catchers reporting tomorrow, there is no indication that Varitek will accept the offer. Friends are saying they believe he will follow the lead of longtime teammate Tim Wakefield and...
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MYERS Fla. But that is as far as they will go. With pitchers and catchers reporting tomorrow, there is no indication that Varitek will accept the offer. Friends are saying they believe he will follow the lead of longtime teammate Tim Wakefield and...
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According to a Nick Cafardo of Boston.com, a friend of Varitek notified him that the veteran catcher is planning on retiring from the game as well. Varitek has been with the Red Sox his entire career, which dates back to the 1997 season. He has been a...
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Stephen Wakefield (born August 2, 1966) is a former American professional baseball pitcher. Wakefield began pitching with the Red Sox in 1995, retiring as … 2/11 KFFL.com Hot off the Wire: Red Sox | Jason Varitek, receive outside interest: Free-agent C...
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The team extended him an invitation to spring training but did not guarantee him a roster spot. Had Wakefield accepted, he likely would have competed for the fifth spot in the rotation. The Red Sox extended a similar invitation to captain Jason Varitek...
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Cowboy Up. The Idiots. Dan Duquette did not get to reap the rewards of his labors, but he played an enormous role in darning those champion Sox. Catcher Jason Varitek was acquired in a trade by then-General Manager Duquette. Left fielder Manny Ramirez...
About Jason Varitek
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Jason Andrew Varitek (pronounced /ˈvɛɹɨˌtɛk/, born April 11, 1972 in Rochester, Michigan) is an American baseball player who is currently a free agent. After being traded as a minor league prospect by the Seattle Mariners, Varitek has played his entire major league career for the Boston Red Sox. A three-time all-star and Gold Glove Award winner... Full Article
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New York Yankees batter Mark Teixeira finishes his swing as he hits a two-run double in front of Boston Red Sox catcher Jason Varitek (L) in the first inning of the second MLB American League baseball game of a day/night doubleheader at Yankee Stadium in New York, September 25, 2011.
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Boston Red Sox catcher Jason Varitek, left, tags out Tampa Bay Rays Johnny Damon, who tried to score on a ball hit by John Jaso during the fourth inning of a baseball game at Fenway Park in Boston, Thursday Sept. 15, 2011.
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BOSTON, MA - SEPTEMBER 14: Mark Teahen #20 of the Toronto Blue Jays scores a run in the eighth inning as catcher Jason Varitek #33 of the Boston Red Sox cuts off the throw and pitcher Daniel Bard #51 of the Red Sox backs up the play at Fenway Park on September 14, 2011 in Boston,...
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BOSTON, MA - SEPTEMBER 14: Catcher Jason Varitek #33 of the Boston Red Sox holds onto the ball after a collision at home plate with Brett Lawrie #13 of the Toronto Blue Jays during the sixth inning at Fenway Park on September 14, 2011 in Boston, Massachusetts.
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Boston Red Sox catcher Jason Varitek loses his helmet but hangs onto the ball as he collides with Toronto Blue Jays Brett Lawrie, who unsuccessfully tried to score on a fielder's choice hit by Adam Loewen, during the sixth inning of a baseball game at Fenway Park in Boston, Wednesday Sept....
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Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Tim Wakefield, left, is congratulated by teammates Jason Varitek, center, and Kevin Youkilis after recording his 200th career win in Boston's 18-6 win over the Toronto Blue Jays in a baseball game at Fenway Park in Boston on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2011.
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Boston Red Sox Jason Varitek hits a solo home run in the ninth inning of their American League MLB baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays in Toronto September 8, 2011.
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Boston Red Sox Dustin Pedroia, right, and Jason Varitek pack their gear in the dugout after losing 7-4 during an MLB baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays in Toronto Thursday, Sept. 8, 2011.
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Boston Red Sox pitching coach Curt Young (R) and catcher Jason Varitek (C) talk with pitcher Jonathan Papelbon in the ninth inning of their American League MLB baseball game against the Toronto Blue Jays in Toronto September 5, 2011.
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TORONTO, CANADA - SEPTEMBER 05: Adam Lind #26 of the Toronto Blue Jays bats in front of catcher Jason Varitek #33 of the Boston Red Sox and Home Plate Umpire Mike Estabrook during MLB game action September 5, 2011 at Rogers Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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BOSTON, MA - AUGUST 31: Jason Varitek #33 of the Boston Red Sox is congratulated by Adrian Gonzalez #28 after Varitek scored in the sixth inning against the New York Yankees on August 31, 2011 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.
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BOSTON, MA - AUGUST 31: Jason Varitek #33 of the Boston Red Sox heads for home after Jacoby Ellsbury hit a home run in the sixth inning against the New York Yankees on August 31, 2011 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.
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BOSTON, MA - AUGUST 31: Josh Reddick #16 of the Boston Red Sox scores a run off a double by teamamte Jason Varitek in the sixth inning against the New York Yankees on August 31, 2011 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.
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BOSTON, MA - AUGUST 31: Josh Beckett #19 and Jason Varitek #33 of the Boston Red Sox talk on the mound in the sixth inning against the New York Yankees on August 31, 2011 at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.
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BOSTON, MA - AUGUST 27: Jason Varitek #33 of the Boston Red Sox connects for a home run against the Oakland Athletics in the second inning at Fenway Park August 27, 2011 in Boston, Massachusetts.
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Boston Red Sox's Jason Varitek, center, celebrates his two-run home run that drove in Josh Reddick, right, during the second inning of the first game of a baseball doubleheader against the Oakland Athletics in Boston, Saturday, Aug. 27, 2011.
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Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Dan Wheeler and catcher Jason Varitek (R) celebrate their win over the Kansas City Royals their MLB American League baseball game in Kansas City, Missouri, August 21, 2011.
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KANSAS CITY, MO - AUGUST 21: Jon Lester #31 of the Boston Red Sox gets a tap on the shoulder from Jason Varitek #33 as he leaves the game in the seventh inning at Kauffman Stadium on August 21, 2011 in Kansas City, Missouri.
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KANSAS CITY, MO - AUGUST 21: Jed Lowrie #12 of the Boston Red Sox heads home as he scores on a Jason Varitek triple in the fifth inning at Kauffman Stadium on August 21, 2011 in Kansas City, Missouri.
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KANSAS CITY, MO - AUGUST 21: Jason Varitek #33 of the Boston Red Sox hits a RBI triple in the fifth inning during a game against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on August 21, 2011 in Kansas City, Missouri.
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KANSAS CITY, MO - AUGUST 21: Jason Varitek #33 of the Boston Red Sox slides into third for a RBI triple as Mike Moustakas #8 of the Kansas City Royals fields the ball in the fifth inning at Kauffman Stadium on August 21, 2011 in Kansas City, Missouri. Jed Lowrie scored on the triple.
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