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Jason Varitek Doesn't Report to Fort Myers, Josh Beckett Prepares to Adapt Without Catcher

Found February 19, 2012 on NESN.com: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Jason Varitek,  Josh Beckett,  Jarrod Saltalamacchia,  Kelly Shoppach,  Ryan Lavarnway,  Bobby Valentine
TEAMS: Boston Red Sox

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FORT MYERS, Fla. –– There was no sign of Jason Varitek on the JetBlue premises on Sunday. As pitchers and catchers reported, the longtime Red Sox catcher –– who was reportedly offered a minor-league deal –– didn't show, leading to speculation Varitek could be mulling retirement. Since 1998, Varitek was a primary presence in spring training. With Jarrod Saltalamacchia, Kelly Shoppach and Ryan Lavarnway competing at catcher, Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine said he isn't expecting any grand entrances from Varitek. "I could be surprised if he [reported]," Valentine said. "But I don't have any expectation because I haven't heard...
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