Ryan Madson
Contract: Signed though 2008
- Height: 6-6
- Weight: 194 lbs
- Born: Aug 28, 1980
- Debut: September 27, 2003
SEASON
| IP | W | S | K | ERA |
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Newsbreakers
October 4, 2009
The Philadelphia Inquirer is reporting that Phillies' manager Charlie Manuel has said that Ryan Madson will get the first chance as the team's closer for the postseason. Madson and Brad Lidge will both likely see late-inning duties.
Our View:
The Phillies need to hope that one of these two guys turns in on in the postseason, because it is tough to win in October without a closer. This is the Achilles' heel of the defending champs, so they need to do something to get it figured out.
September 12, 2009
Ryan Madson continued the Phillies' bullpen's nightmare season on Saturday, allowing two ninth inning runs to the Mets, as Philadelphia lost 10-9 at home.
Our View:
The blown save was his sixth of the season, and he and Brad Lidge have now combined for an unfathomable 16 in 2009. The Phillies may now finally be forced to give Brett Myers a chance to lock things down late.
September 9, 2009
The Phillies and manager Charlie Manuel called on Ryan Madson, and not Brad Lidge, when a save situation arose on Wednesday night. He allowed one hit, while striking out one, en route to picking up his sixth save of the season.
Our View:
There's your answer about Brad Lidge. While Madson wasn't perfect, he was competent, and it appears Lidge's days of terrorizing Philly fans are finally over. Add Madson as quickly as possible if you are a Lidge owner.
September 8, 2009
The Philadelphia Daily News is reporting that Phillies' reliever Ryan Madson has missed the last four games with an apparent oblique strain. Madson may be unavailable for a few more days.
Our View:
The Phillies are struggling at the back end of their bullpen, and Madson has squandered several chances to take Brad Lidge's closer spot. Don't expect him to change roles any time soon unless Lidge gets injured.
August 26, 2009
A day after the belagured Brad Lidge blew his major league "leading" ninth save, Ryan Madson blew his fifth, as the Phillies were forced to rally for a 4-1 win in ten innings in Pittsburgh.
Our View:
Madson did pitch a scoreless tenth to pick up the win, but missed a huge opportunity to impress Phillies brass and make them think long and hard about demoting Lidge. If you picked up Madson in hopes that would be the case, it's not looking likely for the moment.
June 18, 2009
Ryan Madson was shaky again on Thursday, surrendering the game winning home run to Rod Barajas of the Blue Jays in the ninth inning.
Our View:
Madson's game today came on the heels of his blown save against the Jays on Tuesday. Lockdown in the Phillies setup role this season, he appears ordinary as their fill in closer while Brad Lidge is out.
June 16, 2009
Ryan Madson blew his second save of the season on Tuesday night, and his first since taking over for the injured Brad Lidge, walking two and surrendering a run in the ninth inning against the Blue Jays. The Jays would go on to win 8-3 in 10 innings.
Our View:
Madson has been lights out in 2009, posting a 2.16 ERA while striking out 37 and walking just 11. Tuesday night is likely nothing more than a bump in the road. He is an excellent option at closer while Lidge is out, and a very solid middle relief option in leagues with holds.
June 9, 2009
With Phillies' closer Brad Lidge being placed on the 15-day DL on Tuesday, it appears as if Ryan Madson will assume the closer's role in Philadelphia in Lidge's absence. Madson has a 2.22 ERA on the season with 31 strikeouts in 28 innings pitched.
Our View:
No announcement has been officially made, but it would appear as if Madson will get most, if not all, the Phillies' save opportunities while Lidge is gone. NL-only managers should pick him up for sure, and mixed league managers in need of saves should give him a look as well.
April 30, 2009
Ryan Madson could step in if Brad Lidge (knee) needs to go on the DL, according to the Wilmington Journal.
Our View:
Madson has fired 15 strikeouts over 10 innings this season, with a 1.20 WHIP. He would be worth acquiring in NL-only leagues if he serves as the Phillies' closer until Lidge comes back.
January 19, 2009
The Phillies have inked Ryan Madson to a three-year extension worth $12 million plus incentives, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer.
Our View:
He looks to be the Phillies' setup man behind closer Brad Lidge, and should do a favorable job as he held a 1.23 WHIP over 82.2 innings in 2008.
January 16, 2009
Ryan Madson has reportedly turned down a three-year extension with the Phillies worth $12 million, according to Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports.
Our View:
He is eligible for free agency after the 2009 campaign. As of now, Madson looks to be the Phillies' setup man for next season.
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