The positive that Lidge can take from today per announcer.

[heyzeus]

per rotoworld.com:

"The Astros have decided to pull Brad Lidge from the closer's role and use him earlier in games. Dan Wheeler is the new favorite for saves in Houston.
"I'm going to change the bullpen configuration a little bit," manager Phil Garner said. "Brad is not going to close as a general rule. ... As of right now I'm going to pitch him earlier in the game, sixth inning area, sixth-seventh inning area 'cause I want to pitch him more often, give him more consistent work. As it stands right now I'll probably close with Wheeler, set up with [Chad] Qualls and [Rick] White." It had to be done. Lidge's fastball is still there, so he could turn things around if he gets his head on straight. In the meantime, Wheeler will likely do a fine job saving games. Apr. 9 - 1:58 pm et"

[Jocephus]

just say you dont want him closing games for you 'cause hes a risk...wouldn't he still be getting consistent work if he was coming in the 9th 3-5xs a week?

[PurdueSTL]

milo has long had his detractors back to his time with the cubs.

http://www.publiustx.net/journal/archives/000800.htm

FWIW the Cardinals also passed on malto-meal Milo in favor of Jack Buck to be Harry's KMOX sidekick back in the 50s......

Milo's a hack who has never come to grips with the fact he is nowhere near the endearing talent of either Caray or Buck.