After a streak of 18 games and 18 innings, Phillies closer Brad Lidge finally gave up an earned run Tuesday against the Braves, doing so on one hit and two walks in the ninth inning of a two-run game. He managed to hang on for his 10th save, though, recording one strikeout. (Updated 05/13/2008).
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 5/17/08).
Fantasy Analysis
Lidge had a little hiccup Tuesday, walking a batter for the first time since April 20, but he has already proven his worth as a Fantasy closer this season after a couple of poor seasons in Houston. He pitches for a great team and strikes out a ton of batters. Keep him active in all Fantasy leagues that reward saves. (Updated 05/13/2008).
Lidge allowed a run in the ninth inning, but got the save in the Phillies' 5-4 win over the Braves on Tuesday. (Updated 05/14/2008)
Advice
Lidge hadn???t allowed an earned run in 17 2-3 innings before Brian McCann hit an RBI double with two outs in the ninth Tuesday. Jayson Werth completely misplayed the liner to center, breaking in and allowing the ball to sail over his head. Lidge has 10 saves and a 0.50 ERA.
After a streak of 18 games and 18 innings, Phillies closer Brad Lidge finally gave up an earned run Tuesday against the Braves, doing so on one hit and two walks in the ninth inning of a two-run game. He managed to hang on for his 10th save, though, recording one strikeout. (Updated 05/13/2008).
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 5/17/08).
Fantasy Analysis
Lidge had a little hiccup Tuesday, walking a batter for the first time since April 20, but he has already proven his worth as a Fantasy closer this season after a couple of poor seasons in Houston. He pitches for a great team and strikes out a ton of batters. Keep him active in all Fantasy leagues that reward saves. (Updated 05/13/2008).
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