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Jason Varitek’s wife provided an encouraging update after he tested positive for COVID-19

"He’s doing well for the most part, and is self isolating."

Jason Varitek played with the Red Sox from 1997-2011. Matt Slocum/AP File Photo

Jason Varitek has tested positive for COVID-19, his wife Catherine tweeted Saturday night.

“Just when we thought we were doing everything right Covid found a way in,” she wrote. “Jason has tested positive w Covid-19. He’s doing well for the most part, and is self isolating.”

The former catcher Varitek played 15 seasons with the Red Sox and was a three-time All-Star and two-time World Series champion before retiring in 2011. Varitek, 48, is currently the game planning coordinator for the Red Sox, a role in which he combines analytics and feel for the game and conveys his findings to players.

Catherine Varitek encouraged everyone to take extra precautions during the holiday season.

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“Wear your masks, keep your distance & wash your hands,” she said.

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