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PLAYERS: Jason Varitek,  Carlton Fisk,  Tony Pena,  Hideo Nomo,  Clay Buchholz,  Jon Lester,  Devern Hansack
TEAMS: Boston Red Sox
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With neither bang nor whimper nor even a press release, the Jason Varitek era appears to be over.Scott Lauber of the Boston Herald reports that Red Sox officials don't expect Jason Varitek to show up to camp.Career stats here. Below are some notable achievements, from his Wikipedia page.  MLB career Three time All-Star (2003, 2005 and 2008), one time starter (2005) 2005 Silver Slugger Award winner 2005 Gold Glove winner 2006 Heart and Hustle Award Has caught four no hitters, an MLB record. Red Sox milestones and achievements Became 26th player to hit 100 home runs for club on April 14, 2005 Third Red Sox catcher to win a Gold Glove (Carlton Fisk and Tony Pena) First Red Sox at any position to win Gold Glove since Tony Pena in 1991 Was on the 2004 World Series team, the first Red Sox team to win the championship in 86 years Over 1,000 games caught – most in 106-year Red Sox history – breaking Carlton Fisk's club ...
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