Jason Varitek and Tim Wakefield have already etched their names in Red Sox lore. With two World Series titles apiece, and having always been regarded as two of the classiest individuals to ever wear the uniform, it's hard to dispute their place in the history of the storied franchise. But with the team making some changes heading into the 2012 season, will Varitek and Wakefield give it one more go-round? As it currently stands, it doesn't look like there's a clear role for either veteran on the roster. The Red Sox already have catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia firmly implanted in the...
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Wake could break some team records with one more year and he is still capable of giving 5 or 6 quality innings on an irregular schedule.