Lidge placed on DL, Madson to Close

The Philadelphia Phillies placed closer Brad Lidge on the disabled list today with a sprained right knee. Lidge has blown save chances in each of his last two outings, and has struggled throughout the season. Lidge is currently 0-3 with 13 Saves, 6 Blown Saves, a 7.27 ERA, and a 1.81 WHIP. The Phillies will monitor Lidge's progress over the next week in hopes that his knee improves. The injury is not considered serious, so Lidge should be able to return once he's eligible to come off the DL. Ryan Madson, is next in line for saves in Philadelphia. Madson is having a terrific season (2.22 ERA, 1.06 WHIP, 31 K's in 28 innings pitched) and is widely available ( 80% of Yahoo Leagues and more than 90% of ESPN leagues). Madson's peripheral numbers, plus short term save potential, make him a must add while Lidge is on the shelf.

Madson Time

Philadelphia Phillies closer Brad Lidge is day-to-day with knee inflammation. This knee bothers me and I would invest in Ryan Madson. Lidge had off-season knee surgery and this is the same knee that is inflamed. All Lidge owners should have the insurance policy with Madson. Madson has a over a K an inning and ERA is right around three. He should steal some saves even if Lidge is healthy and if Lidge does go on the DL your getting a middle tier closer. So Lidge owners don't worry just pick up Ryan Madson.