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Varitek exercises option to remain with Red Sox
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Tim Wakefield, who revived his career and Red Sox trophy case with knuckleball, has died at 57
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MLB London Series: Yankees and Red Sox greats recall championships, brawls and the Curse of the Bambino
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RED SOX: Jason Varitek honored for his years with team
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2023 Red Sox In Review: Chris Sale Was Back! And Then Not Back. . . - Over the Monster
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Red Sox Tasked With Finding Bench Coach, Role for Jason Varitek
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Breaking down the 1B class of 2011 - ESPN - Boston Red Sox Blog- ESPN
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Jason Varitek could return to work with Red Sox - SB Nation Boston
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Red Sox appoint Jason Varitek special assistant to GM - MLB Daily Dish
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Rodriguez Adds to Hot Streak, but Rivera Lets Lead Slip Away - The New York Times
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Tek's back(up) – Boston Herald
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Jason Varitek is close to an agreement to work for the Red Sox - NBC Sports