Flanked by two championship trophies, Boston Red Sox catcher Jason Varitek spoke at the State House in Boston today during a ceremony to celebrate the World Series victory.

The Sox captain used his time at the podium to thank Boston fans for their support.

"When we came back from Cleveland, we knew we had a severe advantage because we were coming home and without you guys and your support and the excitement that filled that field we wouldn't have been able to accomplish half of what we were able to," Varitek said.