The Phillies have addressed the struggles of Brad Lidge.

The closer was placed in the 15-day disabled list today with a sprained right knee. Veteran catcher Paul Bako was called up to take Lidge's place on the active roster.

Lidge is 0-3 this season with 13 saves and a 7.27 ERA in 28 relief appearances. He leads all of baseball with six blown saves.

Opponents have hit .306 against off Lidge this season. Lidge blew saves in back to back appearances this weekend in Los Angeles.

Ryan Madson will likely take over the closer's role in Lidge's absence.