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Article: RED SOX 2000; It's in the cards; 2000 season holds plenty of promise for Red Sox; Varitek catches on fast; Proves to be quick study.(Sports)
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- The Boston Herald
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- April 11, 2000
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Jason Varitek does not want to hear about it.
He does not want to be told that after his first full season as a major leaguer last year, he has vaulted into the elite ranks of catchers in this league.
Looking back has little to do with seeing what is ahead.
And what Varitek sees is being catcher on a Red Sox team that goes all the way.
For a smart guy, it's a very simple plan. For Varitek, the plan is working.
"It doesn't matter what I did last year," said Varitek, who turns 28 today. "Not if we want to get to where we want to be."
That's not to say Varitek was not pleased with his effort. He wants to maintain it ...