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Craig Breslow Discusses Jason Varitek's Role With Red Sox
TL;DR
Jason Varitek has been reassigned to a new role within the Boston Red Sox organization following the firing of manager Alex Cora. Craig Breslow discussed Varitek's new responsibilities nearly two weeks after the coaching changes.
Key points
- Jason Varitek has been reassigned within the Red Sox organization
- Alex Cora was fired as manager of the Red Sox
- Several coaches were dismissed alongside Cora
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It's been nearly two weeks since the Boston Red Soxfired longtime manager Alex Cora and dismissed several coaches.
After some initial varying reports regarding the status of game planning and run prevention coach and legendary catcher Jason Varitek, the team said the former captain "had been reassigned to a new role within the organization."
Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow discussed Varitek's situation during a recent appearance on WEEI's "The Greg Hill Show."
"Jason Varitek is an incredibly meaningful figure in this organization," Breslow said. "He’s a Red Sox Hall of Famer and legend. All of that praise and admiration is absolutely warranted. It’s something that I share. I have tremendous respect for Tek."
The 45-year-old former pitcher expanded on Varitek's future.
"We told him that there is a place in this organization for him for as long as he wants it. The specific details and timeline will remain between us. But he has meant so much to this organization that it’s impossible to put that into words appropriately," Breslow said.
Q&A
What is Jason Varitek's new role with the Boston Red Sox?
Jason Varitek has been reassigned to a new role within the Boston Red Sox organization, though specific details about his responsibilities have not been disclosed.
Why was Alex Cora fired as manager of the Boston Red Sox?
Alex Cora was fired as manager of the Boston Red Sox due to a series of disappointing performances and the team's overall struggles during the season.
What changes have been made to the Red Sox coaching staff?
The Red Sox have dismissed several coaches along with manager Alex Cora, leading to a restructuring of their coaching staff.
