Tracking the Pro Career of Paul Bako

[TuffGuy84]

I just heard the announcers of the game struggle through what school Bako went to, the reference was "The University of Southwest Lousiana-Lafayette". Our name is getting longer and more ridiculous by the day I guess.

[rhineaux]

They should have just said 'The High', and then everyone would have known who they were talking about


igeaux.mobi

[Zeebart21]

_ They should have just said 'The High', and then everyone would have known who they were talking about


igeaux.mobi _

Absolutely.

Z

"The High" 1979

[AstroCajun]

_ They should have just said 'The High', and then everyone would have known who they were talking about


igeaux.mobi _

Word!

"The High" '90

Just like Bako

[Zeebart21]

_ Word!

"The High" '90

Just like Bako _

You guys had a good group. I am glad I was there as an "older brother figure" to help you guys grow up.

Z

[CajunSaint]

_ I just heard the announcers of the game struggle through what school Bako went to, the reference was "The University of Southwest Lousiana-Lafayette". Our name is getting longer and more ridiculous by the day I guess. _

if you're talking about the tv announcers, just consider the source when referring to those 2 coconuts on the tube. bring back milo hamilton.

[Spydaman70507]

_ Word!

"The High" '90

Just like Bako _

"The High 02"

[BrudaCajun]

_ if you're talking about the tv announcers, just consider the source when referring to those 2 coconuts on the tube. bring back milo hamilton. _

Jim Deshaes (i know its mis-spelled) is an idiot. I dont care for him

[SportsFan]

Where is Paul Bako playing now?

[Frenchie35]

_ Where is Paul Bako playing now? _

The Phillies agreed Monday to a Minor League contract with catcher Paul Bako, while infielder Miguel Cairo accepted a Minor League assignment.

Bako, 36, will report to extended Spring Training in Clearwater, Fla.

Cairo, who the Phillies designated for assignment after Friday's victory against Washington, is expected to play for Triple-A Lehigh Valley, but it is uncertain when he will report.

"Paul has a tremendous amount of Major League experience and he gives us the opportunity to add greater catching depth to our system," Phillies assistant general manager Scott Proefrock said in a statement.

The Cubs released Bako on March 30, and he has not played since. Once Bako gets into game shape, he is expected to join one of the organization's Minor League affiliates.

Bako has hit .231 with 21 home runs and 186 runs batted in his 11-year career. In reserve roles with Kansas City, Baltimore and Cincinnati the past three seasons, Bako has not hit better than .217. He has thrown out 28 percent of potential base stealers (155-of-549).

[SportsFan]

THANKS! Hadn't heard his name in awhile.

(the condesending wiener)

[bballholic]

The Philadelphia Phillies recently bought his contract from a AA minor league team and added Bako to their active roster to replace Brad Lidge who was sent to the 15 day DL. They now have three catchers on their active roster, so I'm not sure how long this arrangement will last. However, it's nice to see the former LHS and UL player get another shot in MLB. Unlike his last two teams (Orioles & Reds), the Phillies are actually a legit contender. In last night's game with the Mets, he struck out in his lone plate appearance.