The Boston Red Sox lose catcher Jason Varitek for the rest of the season when he breaks his right elbow diving for a pop bunt in a game against the Detroit Tigers.

 

On June 7 2001 — The Boston Red Sox lose catcher Jason Varitek for the rest of the season when he breaks his right elbow diving for a pop bunt in a game against the Detroit Tigers.

 


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