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WATCH: Jason Varitek surprises Red Sox fan wearing his shirt
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Miss Jason Varitek and Tim Wakefield? For Red Sox fans, of course
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Red Sox Hall of Fame: Jason Varitek, Tim Wakefield honored
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Captain has been sent below decks
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A Look At Jason Varitek's Legacy - Belly Up Sports
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Red Sox catcher Jason Varitek to retire - The Washington Post
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Jason Varitek of the Boston Red Sox before a 2002 MLB season game
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Sports Q: Who was the better Red Sox catcher, Jason Varitek or
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Longtime Red Sox catcher Jason Varitek to announce retirement on
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