Latest News About Jason Varitek Sox legend hanging up his cleats in 2011

Jason Varitek retired catcher who spent his whole career with the Red Sox. He debuted in 1997 and won two World Series titles in 2004 and 2007. He was behind the plate for no-hitters, including Jon Lester's in 2008. He reached over 1,000 hits, and later served as team captain, remaining a steady defensive presence through late 2000s. He hung up his cleats after 2011, earning a reputation as a clutch postseason contributor, and a longtime leader for the Sox.