Blue Jays | Ryan continues to struggle

Jordan Bastian, of MLB.com, reports Toronto Blue Jays RP B.J. Ryan allowed one run and two hits while striking out one in one inning against the New York Yankees Monday, March 30. Ryan has posted a spring ERA of 9.00, giving up seven runs and eight hits while walking seven and striking out six in eight outings.

Our Instinct: Cito Gaston said “there are still concerns” about Ryan’s fastball velocity.  Ryan’s fast ball is topping out at about 89 miles an hour, which simply won’t get the job done.  Scott Downs may take over closing duties, but since Ryan is being paid $10 mm this season, chances are they will give him every chance to figure it out – even if it costs them games in a division they can’t afford to be giving away games.

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