Is there any chance Nomar Garciaparra would consider re-signing with the Red Sox?
— Mitch S., Asheville, N.C. Both sides probably feel it is best to, as Manny Ramirez might say, turn the page. Garciaparra had some great years with the Red Sox, but nobody denied that the relationship became a bit strained in his final few months with the team. Garciaparra had a great run in Boston and will go down as one of the finest all-around players in club history. But the relationship ended on July 31, and it would probably be a little awkward for both sides for it to be revisited. The coming season is going to be a proving ground for Garciaparra, as he tries to show he is a healthy player again. Boston is certainly not the ideal place for that story to play out. If Jason Varitek re-signs with the Red Sox (as I hope he will), where does that leave Kelly Shoppach? Will he stay at Pawtucket, be used as trade bait or will it depend on whether Doug Mirabelli re-signs also? — Darrell L., Middletown R.I. No matter what happens with Varitek and Mirabelli, Shoppach is likely looking
