I checked a Philly fan blog (Good Phight), and they are mouth foaming mad at Lidge. Lots of F-Bombs. The consensus seems to be that Brett Myer (who just returned from DL) should replace Lidge as closer. Some fans are calling for Lidge to be released, so that Manuel can't use him. They blame Manuel for continuing to stay with Lidge. Some fans compare the situation to Fregosi's "blind loyalty" to a closer, which I assume refers to Mitch Wild Thing Williams who blew a World Series. That's interesting, given the earlier mentions of Fregosi as a possible candidate for manager in Houston.