Manuel: Lidge Needs A Mental Break

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Phillies manager Charlie Manuel called on reliever Ryan Madson to save Sunday's 6-5 win over the Brewers.

After the game, Manuel said he felt as though closer Brad Lidge needed some time off.

"I think he will get back to where he was," Manuel said. "Right now, from a mental aspect, he needs a little break."

It wasn't spotless, but Madson earned the save and lowered Philadelphia's magic number to three to clinch the NL East Title.

Via ESPN

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