Breaking Jason Varitek’s psychological hold on the Red Sox

What does the return of Varitek mean for the club? Does it mean “more of the same?” No, I don’t think it does. The actions of management over the last year have shown that the club is intent on shaking the psychological hold that Varitek holds over the team.

Varitek is a great leader, “The Captain,” renowned for his hard work. But no one can defeat time, and if the Sox are to weather the transition from Varitek into another catcher, the team has to be weaned off ‘Tek and how much he means to the club.