Mike Basso
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Michael Anthony Basso
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 6' 2", Weight 210 lb.
- School University of Houston
- Born July 18, 1964 in Dallas, TX USA
[edit] Biographical Information
Catcher Mike Basso was selected by the San Diego Padres in the 18th round of the 1986 amateur draft and played nine seasons in their farm system. Slowed by knee injuries, his career peaked out at the AAA level. Since his playing career ended, he has been a manager in the minor leagues. After the 2006 season he was named coordinator of minor league instruction by the Toronto Blue Jays
[edit] Year-By-Year Minor League Managerial Record
| Year | Team | League | Record | Finish | Organization | Playoffs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Idaho Falls Braves | Pioneer League | 42-29 | 3rd | San Diego Padres | Lost in 1st round |
| 1996 | Rancho Cucamonga Quakes | California League | 69-71 | 8th | San Diego Padres | Lost in 1st round |
| 1997 | Rancho Cucamonga Quakes | California League | 77-63 | 2nd | San Diego Padres | Lost in 2nd round |
| 1998 | Rancho Cucamonga Quakes | California League | 77-63 | 4th (t) | San Diego Padres | Lost League Finals |
| 1999 | Mobile BayBears | Southern League | 66-73 | 7th | San Diego Padres | |
| 2000 | Mobile BayBears | Southern League | 66-73 | 8th | San Diego Padres | |
| 2003 | Dunedin Blue Jays | Florida State League | 78-62 | 1st | Toronto Blue Jays | Lost League Finals |
| 2004 | New Hampshire Fisher Cats | Eastern League | 84-57 | 2nd | Toronto Blue Jays | League Champs |
| 2005 | New Hampshire Fisher Cats | Eastern League | 68-74 | 9th | Toronto Blue Jays | |
| 2006 | Syracuse Sky Chiefs | International League | 64-79 | 12th | Toronto Blue Jays |
