So sometime between last night and this morning it dawned on Jason Varitek that he had no other offers out there, and that if he didn't accept the Sox offer, he was going to make exactly $0M this season.
Boston.com is reporting the Sox have signed Varitek to a one-year contract with an option. Varitek will earn $5 million in 2009, with the club holding a $5 million option for 2010. If the Red Sox do not pick up that option, Varitek has the choice of remaining with the club on a $3 million deal.
He'll be overpaid in 2009, but not nearly as overpaid as he was in 2008. And this signing will give the Sox time to find their catcher of the future. Hopefully Jason doesn't come to camp with a chip on his shoulder, or with his tail between his legs feeling sorry for himself. If Jason wants to perpetuate his image as the consummate professional, he will turn down the opportunity to discuss the contract negotiations entirely, and bust his ass to get into great shape for the start of the season.
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