If you were to look at Jason Variteks numbers over the last two seasons nothing would really jump out at you. However this is truly a case of you can't judge a book by his cover. Although Tek's offense numbers have been down his importance to the team has not waned a bit. Aside from being clubhouse leader his on field performance goes far beyond offense. Tek is probably the best catcher at calling games in the game today. Look no further than the '06 season at how the team fell apart after he was injured and finished in a dismal third place in the East. Not to mention Paplebon blew his first save while Tek was injured. Those are just my thoughts though. Here is an article I came across in regards to his extension
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