03-30-2009, 01:59 PM
<!--quoteo-->QUOTE <!--quotec-->Cubs released catcher Paul Bako.
The Cubs have opted for Koyie Hill's greater offensive potential over Bako's defensive reputation, even though it will cost them about $180,000 in termination pay. Bako may land a backup gig elsewhere in short order. The Orioles are familiar with him and still have a need.
Cubs released LHP Mike Stanton.
Stanton gave up six runs and 13 hits in 8 1/3 innings. He was never a serious threat to make the Cubs, and he probably didn't impress other teams very much with his showing this spring.<!--QuoteEnd--><!--QuoteEEnd-->
The Cubs have opted for Koyie Hill's greater offensive potential over Bako's defensive reputation, even though it will cost them about $180,000 in termination pay. Bako may land a backup gig elsewhere in short order. The Orioles are familiar with him and still have a need.
Cubs released LHP Mike Stanton.
Stanton gave up six runs and 13 hits in 8 1/3 innings. He was never a serious threat to make the Cubs, and he probably didn't impress other teams very much with his showing this spring.<!--QuoteEnd--><!--QuoteEEnd-->