Paul Lo Duca
Baseball catcher and sportscaster
Born
April 12th, 1972
53 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional baseball catcher played in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1998 to 2009. Played for teams including the Los Angeles Dodgers, Florida Marlins, and New York Mets. Selected for the All-Star Game in 2003, earning recognition for hitting prowess and defensive skills. Transitioned to sportscasting after retirement, providing commentary and analysis for various sports networks.
Played for the Los Angeles Dodgers
Selected as an All-Star in 2003
Served as a sportscaster post-retirement
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