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Vote: Who Should Be Red Sox' Next Captain If Jason Varitek Doesn't Return?
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Jason Varitek Named Special Assistant To General Manager - Over the Monster
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Jason Varitek draws praise from the Red Sox - The Boston Globe
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Red sox catcher jason varitek hi-res stock photography and images - Alamy
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Tek's presence will be missed by Red Sox
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Boston Red Sox catcher Jason Varitek slaps the helmet of designated hitter David Ortiz after Ortiz hit his 50th home run of the season off Minnesota Twins pitcher Boof Bonser during the
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Jason Varitek is still finding ways for the Red Sox to win - The Boston Globe
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Jason Varitek surprised a fan at Canobie Lake Park
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