4/17/12: Brad Lidge induces a grounder from Travis Buck for the last out of a tense ninth inning to preserve a 1-0 lead over the Astros (Nationals 1, Astros 0)

4/5/12: Brad Lidge strikes out Marlon Byrd to earn his first save for the Nationals, locking down a 2-1 victory on Opening Day (Nationals 2, Cubs 1)

John Gonzalez talks with Justin De Fratus about pitching in the big leagues and competing for a job in the Phillies' bullpen. 02/22/12

Brad Lidge said farewell to Philadelphia today as he makes his way to Washington where he signed a deal to pitch for the Nationals.Phillies.com/MLB.com

Ruben Amaro Jr. says it was a tough decision to let Brad Lidge go, but wishes him well except when they play the Phillies. 1/27/12

The Phillies now lead their NLDS series two games to one, after beating the Colorado Rockies 6-5 Sunday. Brad Lidge was able to get the final three outs to save the game for the Phils. (Oct. 12)