All Signs Point to Tek Returning
The Red Sox seem pretty confident that they can re-sign Jason Varitek. They made an offer to him today and it looks as if Tek has not drawn much interest from other clubs. The Red Sox did explore the possibility of getting a young catcher from Texas but they have not had any additional talks with the Rangers at the Winter Meetings. Earlier today there were some rumors that the Sox may let Kevin Cash go. It is unlikely this will occur without some significant progress in the Varitek talks. Look for a 1 year deal with an option for a second year. In the current market I think the best Varitek could get from the Sox is a 2-year deal. A deal should be finalized in the very near future.
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Tek has not drawn much interest from other clubs? That's interesting. I'd think he could be interest from any club without a quality catcher - esp. those that'd be interested in training a pitching/catching staff and grooming Tek for future coaching.
With Boras as Tek's agent, I figured he'd find interest for Jason despite the batting average.
I'm certainly glad to hear the Sox are still pursuing him despite fact that Boras has tried to pump up the value/offer. I want the Captain back despite his BA. We can work a #9 hitting catcher as long as the other 8 are hitting.
I hope that last year's average was more due to the divorce and he can get his swing back in '09.
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