Brad Lidge was even more perfect than the World Series champion Phillies in 2008. He didn’t have a single blown save.
What a difference a year makes. Injured in the Phillies World Series dogpile after earning the strikeout that gave Philadelphia its first title since 1980, Lidge was not himself in the early going in [...]
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Via We Should Be GM's
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June 27, 2009
Brad Lidge and his mole came back last night. He gave up 2 runs on 2 hits and two walks and only got a single out. It's not looking good. Brad Lidge is so bad......How bad is he?Well, he's so bad, that:- Jose Mesa just bought a new red glove.- Lee Thomas now thinks Wayne Gomes was a pretty good draft pick.- The Phils have invited Heathcliff Slocum, Roger McDowell and Jeff...
Via We're the Team to Beat
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June 25, 2009
Brad Lidge is preparing to return Thursday and resume his spot in the backend of our bullpen, closing out games. The bullpen is wearing down as of late and could use the boost from our bullpen ace. And that’s where the question pops up.
Are we getting our bullpen ace who didn’t blow a single save [...]
Via *D Phillies Nation
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June 24, 2009
According to David Murphy (via Twitter), Ruben Amaro Jr. said that Brad Lidge will ”definitely” be activated from the 15-day disabled list tomorrow.
Via *D Phillies Nation
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June 25, 2009
Brad Lidge was activated from the 15-day disabled list. Left handed relief pitcher Segio Escalona was sent down to Triple-A Lehigh Valley.
Via Fox Sports
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June 24, 2009
Philadelphia Phillies closer Brad Lidge is expected to be reinstated from the 15-day disabled list on Thursday.
Lidge has been sidelined with a sprained right knee since June 7.
"That's more than likely what we'll do," Phillies manager Charlie Manuel said before Wednesday night's game at Tampa Bay.
Lidge is 0-3 with a 7.27 ERA and 13 saves in 19 chances...
Via SI.com
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June 24, 2009
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) -- Philadelphia Phillies closer Brad Lidge is expected to be reinstated from the 15-day disabled list on Thursday.
Via Sports Illustrated
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June 24, 2009
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) -- Philadelphia Phillies closer Brad Lidge is expected to be reinstated from the 15-day disabled list on Thursday.
Via ESPN
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June 25, 2009
Phillies closer Brad Lidge has been reinstated from the 15-day disabled list.
Via CBSSports.com
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June 25, 2009
Philadelphia Phillies closer Brad Lidge has been reinstated from the 15-day disabled list.
Via Post-Gazette
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June 24, 2009
Philadelphia Phillies closer Brad Lidge is expected to be reinstated from the 15-day disabled list today. Lidge has been out with a sprained right knee since June 7.
Via MVN
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June 25, 2009
Brad Lidge has been activated by the P-Phils, after completing his rehabilitation tour through Reading (AA) and Clearwater (A). Hopefully, Lidge will return to form as the closer, and Ryan Madson will return to form, back in the setup role.
Sergio Escalona was sent down to Lehigh Valley (AAA) to clear a spot for Lidge. The correct choice for this roster move was "Jack Taschner...
Via Miami Herald
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June 25, 2009
The Philadelphia Phillies activated closer Brad Lidge from the 15-day disabled list after being out since June 7 due to a sprained right knee.
Via Beerleaguer
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June 27, 2009
The Phillies went from an 11-3 run and a four-game lead to 2-11 slide and a half-game edge. Although they lost no ground, it was another discouraging night, as a miffed Cole Hamels lasted just 4 2-3 innings, Chan Ho Park left with a knee contusion, Brad Lidge stunk and the offense banged out a whole three hits. "Park has been the most effective reliever out of the pen the past...
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