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Brad Lidge throws to batters/ rain soaks Bright House Field
We're almost officially in a rain delay.
The Phillies are scheduled to take on Tim Hudson and the Braves... but a constant rain might prevent that from happening.
It would also likely put a halt to Kyle Kendrick's start in the minor league complex in Bright House Field's backyard.
But before the game is called, I'm sure the good folks in the organization will make sure the Tiki Bar does good business. Suffice it to say, that's where most fans have huddled up in seeking shelter from the rain drops.
UPDATE: They just pulled off the tarp at 12:56 p.m.
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Brad Lidge's rehab has taken another step in the direction of being ready for Opening Day.
The new Phillies closer, who had arthroscopic knee surgery less than three weeks ago, threw off the mound for the third time this week -- and for the first time, to batters in a live-batting practice session.
Once again, Lidge said he was pain-free following the 35-pitch drill.
"You get reads on how guys are seeing the ball coming out of your hand (and) it gets you back in the groove of game situations," Lidge said. "Throwing a bullpen, you can say that looked like a really good pitch, but you don't really know until you see hitters react to it. That's what you need when you're facing hitters.
"I got more from their reaction at the plate. My fastball control wasn't as sharp as I wanted, and when I was throwing them over the plate, they were hitting them. When I was throwing them to the corners, they weren't. Fine tuning my location is my priority and that will come through games."
Lidge will throw another, live-batting practice session on Monday. If all goes well - and he feels confident in his ability to field the position, too - Lidge could make his Phillies debut in Grapefruit League play next week.
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What's the best thing to do during a rain delay? (Other than brainstorming story ideas, that is)
Looking for entertainment. I know Sunday is the YouTube Video of the Week day, but here's your first Rain Delay YouTube Clip:
"SWEEP THE LEG"
The Phillies are scheduled to take on Tim Hudson and the Braves... but a constant rain might prevent that from happening.
It would also likely put a halt to Kyle Kendrick's start in the minor league complex in Bright House Field's backyard.
But before the game is called, I'm sure the good folks in the organization will make sure the Tiki Bar does good business. Suffice it to say, that's where most fans have huddled up in seeking shelter from the rain drops.
UPDATE: They just pulled off the tarp at 12:56 p.m.
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Brad Lidge's rehab has taken another step in the direction of being ready for Opening Day.
The new Phillies closer, who had arthroscopic knee surgery less than three weeks ago, threw off the mound for the third time this week -- and for the first time, to batters in a live-batting practice session.
Once again, Lidge said he was pain-free following the 35-pitch drill.
"You get reads on how guys are seeing the ball coming out of your hand (and) it gets you back in the groove of game situations," Lidge said. "Throwing a bullpen, you can say that looked like a really good pitch, but you don't really know until you see hitters react to it. That's what you need when you're facing hitters.
"I got more from their reaction at the plate. My fastball control wasn't as sharp as I wanted, and when I was throwing them over the plate, they were hitting them. When I was throwing them to the corners, they weren't. Fine tuning my location is my priority and that will come through games."
Lidge will throw another, live-batting practice session on Monday. If all goes well - and he feels confident in his ability to field the position, too - Lidge could make his Phillies debut in Grapefruit League play next week.
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What's the best thing to do during a rain delay? (Other than brainstorming story ideas, that is)
Looking for entertainment. I know Sunday is the YouTube Video of the Week day, but here's your first Rain Delay YouTube Clip:
"SWEEP THE LEG"
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12:45 PM
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