Brad Lidge

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Nationals turn “lights out” on Lidge

Former Astros closer Brad Lidge has been designated for assignment by the Washington Nationals. Lidge had an ugly 9.64 ERA and an even uglier 2.464 WHIP for the season after a couple of rough outings this…Read More

Astros Catcher Situation

When Ed Wade was hired as Astros GM in late 2007, the first thing he did was trade closer, Brad Lidge to the Philadelphia Phillies for Michael Bourn, Geoff Geary and Michael Costanzo. One of the next moves…Read More

Morning Links

Today’s serving is centered around former and future Astros. It also includes a player that could soon fit into both of those categories. Roy Oswalt is said to be close to signing with the Cardinals,…Read More

2012 Free Agent Market; What’s taking so long?

Is it just me or is this year’s Free Agent market moving at a snail’s pace? Sure, there was a flurry of activity during the Winter Meetings but since then it has been like watching grass grow.…Read More

Remembering the 2004 Houston Astros

As the calendar turns over to 2012, it’s always nice to remember the bright moments from the Astros’ past. While new fans may find it hard to believe, the Astros days of old are filled with…Read More

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Brad Lidge in talks with Colorado Rockies

Former Astros closer Brad Lidge could be headed to the Rockies. On December 7 we tweeted that Lidge…Read More

Who closes for the Astros now?

So Jeff Luhnow made his first trade as GM of the Astros and it certainly was a bold one. Whether you…Read More

What to do with 35 million dollars?

As Drayton McLane spends his last night as the Astros owner, the new man in charge, Jim Crane, will…Read More

More Monday Links

Another work week has started. Here are a few links with news on former, current, and future Astros to…Read More

Series preview with Phils TBOH blogger Justin Klugh

I always love it when we play the Phillies. Not only do I get to see our All-Star former Astros players,…Read More