“There’s certain players in Major League Baseball that are on certain teams that you take a gamble on whether it’s age or whether it’s money. And for me, Varitek is, no question, in that category. I don’t care who you bring in or who you take out, there’s certain stability, not only in the clubhouse but on the field as well and he’s part…no, he’s not part, he is the main stability in our clubhouse and on that field, so for me – whether it’s the age issue or the money issue, there is no question in my mind that you make that gamble with a person like that! That’s the way I feel, that’s it. It’s that simple for me!” — Boston Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon, during a phone interview with Comcast SportsNet New England, on what he thinks of the “Varitek situation” and if he wants the Captain back.
to Erin from Jason-Varitek.com for the transcription of the interview.
UPDATE: Here’s the full audio of Papelbon’s appearance from last night.
