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Bridge to Madson?
thefightins.com - 6/9/2009
Bridge to Madson?
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While it may not be an appealing phrase, rhyme-wise, (just like how Lidge’s entrance isn’t appealing, musically) many people are suggesting that Madson be moved to closer duty, given Lidge’s recent suckiness on the mound. While the numbers may suggest this is an improvement, ...
Lidge to Nowhere
phillies.gearupforsports.com - 6/8/2009
Lidge to Nowhere
— phillies.gearupforsports.com — All in all, the Phillies have been pretty impressive during the first 55 games of the season.... Cole Hamels and the rest of the starting rotation have rebounded from the early spring doldrums, and are now pitching very well (even rookie Antonio Bastardo, called up to replace the injured Brett ... (more) Lidge to Nowhere

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philly.com - 6/9/2009
Lidge goes on disabled list | Philadelphia Inquirer | 06/09/2009
— philly.com — Righthander Brad Lidge was placed on the 15-day disabled list with a sprained right knee, retroactive to... June 7, the Phillies said today. To take his spot on the 25-man roster, the Phillies selected the contract of catcher Paul Bako from double-A ... (more) Lidge goes on disabled list | Philadelphia Inquirer | ...

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Phillies place Lidge on Disabled List | phillies.com: Official Info
philadelphia.phillies.mlb.com - 6/9/2009
Phillies place Lidge on Disabled List | phillies.com: Official Info
— philadelphia.phillies.mlb.com — Right-hander Brad Lidge was placed on the 15-day disabled list with a sprained right knee, retroactive to... June 7, the Phillies announced today. To take his spot on the 25-man roster, the Phillies selected the contract of catcher Paul Bako from ... (more) Phillies place Lidge on Disabled List | phillies.com: ...

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Big League Stew:  News & Notes: Stephen Strasburg steps into the spotlight

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News & Notes: Stephen Strasburg steps into the spotlight
Big League Stew — ... Sports] • Ever wondered what it'd be like to face a top-level softball pitcher? My friend, columnist Jerry Brewer, took a few hacks — three of them, to be precise — against Washington pitcher Danielle Lawrie, the women's equivalent to Strasburg. [Seattle Times] • Forcing Brad Lidge and Ryan Madson to swap roles in Philly's bullpen might not work out as well as you might think. [The Fightins] • Completely random fact that will take up valuable brain cells: Twenty-nine ...

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Philadelphia Phillies closer Brad Lidge has gone on the 15-day disabled list because of a sprained right knee.
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