Author Topic: Brad Lidge (Read 10387 times)

otterjb · « **on:** October 15, 2008, 10:38:53 pm »

Nice to see that guy close the door on the Dodgers. Here's hoping he gets the final strikeout in the World Series.

Ty in Tampa · « **Reply #1 on:** October 15, 2008, 10:50:25 pm »

Gillick called out Ed Wade for props in his locker room interview. Nice.

mihoba · « **Reply #2 on:** October 15, 2008, 10:50:30 pm »

Pat Gillick just gave a large part of the credit on the Phillies WS appearance to Ed Wade for building most of the club.

DVauthrin · « **Reply #3 on:** October 15, 2008, 11:35:45 pm »

Nice to hear praise for Wade. I'm hoping it's a Rays-Phils series so one of wheeler or lidge will get a World Series ring.

mihoba · « **Reply #4 on:** October 16, 2008, 04:47:03 am »

Quote from: DVauthrin on October 15, 2008, 11:35:45 pm

Nice to hear praise for Wade. I'm hoping it's a Rays-Phils series so one of wheeler or lidge will get a World Series ring.

Along with Eric the Red or Trever Miller.

Duman · « **Reply #5 on:** October 16, 2008, 08:44:42 am »

Wouldn't it be an interesting series to get McClain's take on: to see the players Wade developed take on the team Hunsicker has built.

DVauthrin · « **Reply #6 on:** October 16, 2008, 09:24:01 am »

Quote from: mihoba on October 16, 2008, 04:47:03 am

Along with Eric the Red or Trever Miller.

true. thanks for filling in the blanks.

Holly · « **Reply #7 on:** October 16, 2008, 11:07:56 am »

Quote from: mihoba on October 16, 2008, 04:47:03 am

Along with Eric the Red or Trever Miller.

Didn't Miller pick one up with the Red Sox?

Mike · « **Reply #8 on:** October 16, 2008, 11:12:12 am »

Quote from: mihoba on October 16, 2008, 04:47:03 am

Along with Eric the Red or Trever Miller.
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If the Rays win it all, a ring would also go to former Astros prospect Ben Zobrist

Ty in Tampa · « **Reply #9 on:** October 16, 2008, 11:56:29 am »

Quote from: Mike on October 16, 2008, 11:12:12 am

If the Rays win it all, a ring would also go to former Astros prospect Ben Zobrist

"See?!" - Charlie Pallilo

BUWebguy · « **Reply #10 on:** October 16, 2008, 01:26:57 pm »

Quote from: Ty in Tampa on October 16, 2008, 11:56:29 am

"See?!" - Charlie Pallilo

At least HE'S doing something to be a Champion today...

Noe · « **Reply #11 on:** October 16, 2008, 04:40:48 pm »

Quote from: Ty in Tampa on October 16, 2008, 11:56:29 am

"See?!" - Charlie Pallilo

Ironic that Pallilo would be (even in jest) be mentioned in a Brad Lidge thread and that the mention would be about some sort of gloating that he was right. Maybe it was intentional, and if so, then the brilliance of such must not be overlooked and deserved a good round of applause.

*clap, clap, clap*!

otterjb · « **Reply #12 on:** October 29, 2008, 09:01:39 pm »

Awesome finish.

hostros7 · « **Reply #13 on:** October 29, 2008, 09:05:07 pm »

I wanted the Phillies to lose the game just to shorten the void, but, once Brad came on the mound, I couldn't pull for anyone else. As always, a class act in the post-game interview. Couldn't be happier for the guy. What a season.

Reuben · « **Reply #14 on:** October 29, 2008, 09:08:20 pm »

Good for Lidge and for Bruntlett, who certainly did his part, not least of all scoring the winning run.

Desperado · « **Reply #15 on:** October 29, 2008, 09:08:30 pm »

Quote from: hostros7 on October 29, 2008, 09:05:07 pm

I wanted the Phillies to lose the game just to shorten the void, but, once Brad came on the mound, I couldn't pull for anyone else. As always, a class act in the post-game interview. Couldn't be happier for the guy. What a season.

I second all of this.

Too bad it couldn't have happened while he was an Astro.

David in Jackson · « **Reply #16 on:** October 29, 2008, 09:21:33 pm »

And it was good to see Trever Miller and Dan Wheeler.

GreatBagwellsBeard · « **Reply #17 on:** October 29, 2008, 09:21:59 pm »

Also, fuck Ken Rosenthal for bringing up Lidge's "history" again. Brad's respnse was all class, as usual.

Dobro · « **Reply #18 on:** October 29, 2008, 09:45:19 pm »

Lidge looks damn good in the Phillies uniform. Congrats to Lidge and Bruntlett.

ValpoCory · « **Reply #19 on:** October 29, 2008, 10:33:41 pm »

Quote from: GreatBagwellsBeard on October 29, 2008, 09:21:59 pm

Also, fuck Ken Rosenthal for bringing up Lidge's "history" again. Brad's respnse was all class, as usual.

Exactly. And Ken was wrong, too. "Since you troubles in your first postseason appearance ...".

Hey idiot, in his first postseason, he pitched 12.1 scoreless innings with 20 Ks. 2004 dumbass.

ValpoCory · « **Reply #20 on:** October 29, 2008, 10:34:41 pm »

Quote from: Reuben on October 29, 2008, 09:08:20 pm

Good for Lidge and for Bruntlett, who certainly did his part, not least of all scoring the winning run.

He scored the winning run in Games 3 and 5, not to mention a bomb in Game 2.

"Bruntlett's just solid" -- Mo.

Duman · « **Reply #21 on:** October 30, 2008, 08:13:12 am »

It was good to see Zobrist have a good at bat in the 9th.

Taras Bulba · « **Reply #22 on:** October 30, 2008, 08:33:38 am »

Quote from: Duman on October 30, 2008, 08:13:12 am

It was good to see Zobrist have a good at bat in the 9th.

Zobrist's caught liner made me think that no matter how good you are, getting 42 straight saves calls for a little luck here and there. Still, hats off to you, Brad. You too, Eric.

ValpoCory · « **Reply #23 on:** October 30, 2008, 09:02:43 am »

Quote from: ValpoCory on October 29, 2008, 10:33:41 pm

Exactly. And Ken was wrong, too. "Since you troubles in your first postseason appearance ...".

Hey idiot, in his first postseason, he pitched 12.1 scoreless innings with 20 Ks. 2004 dumbass.

ETA: On 2nd glance, I forgot Lidge's 1 ER he had in Atlanta that year. Still, just 1 ER in 12.1 IP ... an incredible first postseason.

JimR · « **Reply #24 on:** October 30, 2008, 09:12:14 am »

Quote from: GreatBagwellsBeard on October 29, 2008, 09:21:59 pm

Also, fuck Ken Rosenthal for bringing up Lidge's "history" again. Brad's respnse was all class, as usual.

totally agree. that was a chickenshit question.

Gizzmonic · « **Reply #25 on:** October 30, 2008, 09:50:26 am »

I'm glad to see Lidge and Bruntlett climb the mountain.

Congrats to Philly fans.

Mr. Happy · « **Reply #26 on:** October 30, 2008, 11:56:23 am »

Quote from: JimR on October 30, 2008, 09:12:14 am

totally agree. that was a chickenshit question.

Absolutely a chickenshit question. Rosenthal is a soap opera/drama seeking tool.

Amy · « **Reply #27 on:** October 30, 2008, 12:27:55 pm »

Quote from: Mr. Happy on October 30, 2008, 11:56:23 am

Absolutely a chickenshit question. Rosenthal is a soap opera/drama seeking tool.

Yep, I have no use for him. And I completly agree with all those congratulating Lidge and Bruntlett. While it goes completely against the grain for me to root for the Phillies, I could not help but wish Lidge and Bruntlett well. They are good guys and I'm thrilled for them.

Noe · « **Reply #28 on:** October 30, 2008, 12:32:07 pm »

One thing about on-field reporters is that they have a earphone on that is linked to a producer. Often, an on-field reporter that is not your seasoned veteran on-field person will take the lead from the producer. You'll get stuff like "Ask him about..." and the reporter will usually comply. Rosenthal is not an on-field reporter, he's a journalist (or should be), so he got hung up in the moment and just may of listened to his producer instead of going ahead and doing the job of interviewing a guy as he would normally do.

Ken Rosenthal is not your usual on-field type, so he gets a bit of reprieve but overall whoever thought it was good television to hit Lidge with the "given your history..." question was just looking for the next Pete Rose moment. That's television.

Thanks Gerry.

Gizzmonic · « **Reply #29 on:** October 30, 2008, 01:24:34 pm »

Found this on Fark, thought I'd share. It's childish but funny! (and SFW)

MusicMan · « **Reply #30 on:** October 30, 2008, 02:37:48 pm »

Quote from: Mr. Happy on October 30, 2008, 11:56:23 am

Rosenthal is a soap opera/drama seeking ~~tool.~~ midget

FIFY

matadorph · « **Reply #31 on:** October 30, 2008, 05:44:56 pm »

I'm very happy for Brad Lidge, but the redemption talk makes me chafe. Redemption my ass!

54 pitched well last year. He had a 3.36 ERA, allowing a mere four more hits and four fewer strikeouts in 2007. If he was perfect this year, he was damn good last year. His performance this season for Philly shouldn't surprise those of us who actually watch Houston Astros baseball games.

And fuck you Rosenthal.

TheWizard · « **Reply #32 on:** October 30, 2008, 08:52:35 pm »

I'm far from a Phillies fan, but I couldn't help but smile when I saw Lidge get the last out.

legs_of_eggs · « **Reply #33 on:** October 31, 2008, 03:03:49 am »

F the guy

Jose Cruz III · « **Reply #34 on:** October 31, 2008, 08:02:12 am »

Jose Cruz III · « **Reply #35 on:** October 31, 2008, 08:12:29 am »

The thing you gotta love about Lidge is that no matter how hard the media tried to turn him into Donnie Moore, Lidge rose above it and spoiled their fun.

Screw the media. Just once I would love for one of the media guys to state Pooholes is 4 for 17 with a double against Lidge instead of 1 at bat in the playoffs.

hostros7 · « **Reply #36 on:** October 31, 2008, 08:44:49 am »

Especially when the Astros torn down mfing Busch Stadium the next game. It's not like the homer even won the series, but the mediots seemed to have forgotten that minor detail.

sporadic · « **Reply #37 on:** October 31, 2008, 10:39:35 am »

LOE, Lidge must have worked your girlfriend over pretty good for you to harbor such hatred. You should learn to let it go...he just gave her what you could'nt.

Gizzmonic · « **Reply #38 on:** October 31, 2008, 11:00:40 am »

Quote from: sporadic on October 31, 2008, 10:39:35 am

LOE, Lidge must have worked your girlfriend over pretty good for you to harbor such hatred. You should learn to let it go...he just gave her what you could'nt.

The slider, low and away?

MRaup · « **Reply #39 on:** October 31, 2008, 12:46:06 pm »

Quote from: Gizzmonic on October 31, 2008, 11:00:40 am

The slider, low and away?

2+ inches of penis was my guess.

JimR · « **Reply #40 on:** October 31, 2008, 01:51:47 pm »

no, l o e, fuck you.

legs_of_eggs · « **Reply #41 on:** October 31, 2008, 02:09:45 pm »

Quote from: sporadic on October 31, 2008, 10:39:35 am

LOE, Lidge must have worked your girlfriend over pretty good for you to harbor such hatred. You should learn to let it go...he just gave her what you could'nt.

Cabrera told this same joke a few months ago

moriartp · « **Reply #42 on:** October 31, 2008, 02:11:46 pm »

Quote

Perhaps that's because he's continued to plow her over the course of those months.

:removed quote.

JimR · « **Reply #43 on:** October 31, 2008, 02:17:14 pm »

Quote from: muircheartaigh on October 31, 2008, 02:11:46 pm

Perhaps that's because he's continued to plow her over the course of those months.

don't quote him. he's being ignored by 627 TZers.

moriartp · « **Reply #44 on:** October 31, 2008, 02:23:18 pm »

Quote from: JimR on October 31, 2008, 02:17:14 pm

don't quote him. he's being ignored by 627 TZers.

God dammit, stupid mistake. Two minutes in the box, I suppose.

ybbodeus · « **Reply #45 on:** October 31, 2008, 03:30:57 pm »

Quote from: Noe in Austin on October 30, 2008, 12:32:07 pm

One thing about on-field reporters is that they have a earphone on that is linked to a producer. Often, an on-field reporter that is not your seasoned veteran on-field person will take the lead from the producer. You'll get stuff like "Ask him about..." and the reporter will usually comply. Rosenthal is not an on-field reporter, he's a journalist (or should be), so he got hung up in the moment and just may of listened to his producer instead of going ahead and doing the job of interviewing a guy as he would normally do.

As I read your reminder, I couldn't help but wonder if the Tanked Commander was working the producer's booth that night and might have suggested the questions.

Sillinness aside, a tip of the cap to Brad for not going Roy Williams on Kenny. Brad's final, "I don't care about all that crap," had me laughing out loud and applauding, even as my kids were advising me, "Daddy, he said a bad word."

BUWebguy · « **Reply #46 on:** October 31, 2008, 03:33:07 pm »

NY media says the Mets wanted Lidge as a set-up man, but Wade asked for too much:
http://blogs.trb.com/sports/baseball/blog/2008/10/comment_winter_olympics.html

Funny how this guy calls it luck, instead of what it really was: the Mets undervaluing Lidge.

Mr. Happy · « **Reply #47 on:** October 31, 2008, 09:46:15 pm »

Quote from: legs_of_eggs on October 31, 2008, 03:03:49 am

F the guy

You do this on purpose. Why?

BatGirl · « **Reply #48 on:** October 31, 2008, 11:00:12 pm »

Quote from: Mr. Happy on October 31, 2008, 09:46:15 pm

You do this on purpose. Why?

jeezum pete, man!
what are you doing?

legs_of_eggs · « **Reply #49 on:** November 01, 2008, 09:29:50 pm »

Sorry I don't think Lidge is a hall of famer

Reuben · « **Reply #50 on:** November 03, 2008, 10:18:12 am »

Quote from: BUWebguy on October 31, 2008, 03:33:07 pm

NY media says the Mets wanted Lidge as a set-up man, but Wade asked for too much:
http://blogs.trb.com/sports/baseball/blog/2008/10/comment_winter_olympics.html

Funny how this guy calls it luck, instead of what it really was: the Mets undervaluing Lidge.

Wow, another reporter badmouthing the Lidge trade by pointing out what a poor offensive year Bourn had. I'm not saying it was a terrific trade for the Astros, but has everyone forgotten that they also got Geoff Geary in this trade? Who had a pretty damn good year himself, and unlike Lidge was not in the last year of his contract. Yes, Eric Bruntlett was in the trade too, but so was Costanzo, who was used to get Tejada. A lot of these same reporters have claimed that Ed Wade didn't let other teams know Lidge was available, but as we can see from this article, that's not the case- he simply wasn't being offered the prospects he wanted from teams like the Mets. He had certain needs for the Astros and he tried to fill them as best he could. If Bourn doesn't pan out as a starting CF/leadoff type then the trade was uneven, but not a complete bust because Geary was pretty damn good for them.

The Spleen · « **Reply #51 on:** November 03, 2008, 01:24:20 pm »

Quote from: JimR on October 31, 2008, 02:17:14 pm

don't quote him. he's being ignored by ~~627~~ TZers.

628.