Brad Lidge
Baseball Player, 2008 World Series Champion
Born
December 23rd, 1976
48 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Professional baseball player played as a relief pitcher in Major League Baseball (MLB). Debuted with the Houston Astros in 2002 and later pitched for the Philadelphia Phillies. Achieved the highest level of success in 2008 by winning the World Series with the Phillies, where he earned the reputation for being a dominant closer. Also selected as an All-Star in 2008 for exceptional performance.
Winning the 2008 World Series with the Philadelphia Phillies
Being a 2008 MLB All-Star
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