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Brad Lidge Out 3 to 6 Weeks, Contreras to Close

Kyle Scott

By Kyle Scott

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As first reported by CSN DNL Booking Producer Rachel Appel-Vazquez (deep breath), Ruben Amaro says Brad Lidge has a rotator cuff strain and will not need surgery. He will be out 3-to-6 weeks.

That's good. I think.

Charlie Manuel said Jose Contreras will most likely be the team's closer. That's also good. Those big mitts, beads of sweat, and his enlarged head. Oh yeah, closer stuff. The Big Truck is out for delivery.

Manuel also named Ben Francisco the starting right fielder. No surprise there.

Kyle Scott

Kyle Scott is the founder and editor of CrossingBroad.com. He has written for CBS Philly and Philly Voice, and been a panelist or contributor on NBC Sports Philly, FOX 29 and SNY TV, as well as a recurring guest on 97.5 The Fanatic, 94 WIP, 106.7 The Fan and other stations. He has more than 10 years experience running digital media properties and in online advertising and marketing.

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