March 1 in Boston Red Sox History: Jason Varitek, captain of the Boston Red Sox announces his retirement (2012)

On March 1, 2012 — Jason Varitek, captain of the Boston Red Sox and a key member of its championship squads in 2004 and 2007, announces his retirement at a press conference in Fort Myers, FL. The durable catcher played his entire 15-year major league career with Boston.

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