Jason Varitek Re-Signs with Red Sox
January 31, 2009 by Stephen Kersey
Filed under News, Transactions
Although there were some rumors earlier in the offseason that Jason Varitek would leave the Boston Red Sox, those rumors turned out to be unfounded. On Friday, Varitek re-signed with the Red Sox after agreeing to a one-year deal.
According to multiple reports, the contract is worth $5 million. There’s an option year for a second season that would cost the Red Sox $5 million. If they turn down the option year, Varitek will have a $3 million player option.
The 36-year-old catcher is coming off of an underwhelming season. In 2008, he hit just .220 with 13 homers and 43 RBIs. …read more
