So, here we are. Losses of 9-2, 9-3 and 8-0 to the division leading Red Sox. It was also announced this week that closer B.J. Ryan will be out for the season, rather than for 2 months as originally believed. This from the team that disguised Ryan's injury in spring training, made him pitch in the opening weeks of the season, then put him on the D.L. when he blew 2 of his first 4 save opportunities.
Now, Roy Halladay, who would be the majors' best pitcher of the decade if it wasn't for injuries, will be 4-6 weeks because of appendicitis.
For those who believe that these two injuries are the death knell of the Jays' season, I point out that the Jays' losses were not in the last inning, and Roy Halladay only pitches once a week.
The Jays can't score and they can't get anyone out. If this team doesn't wake up and soon, drastic measures will need to be taken.
I'm sure when pressed, Jays management will point to the earlier injuries to Glaus and Zaun, and combined with the current woes, and blame them for the Jays pathetic run of late. This is why you have back-ups, and this is why you have managers and coaches. They motivate, they train, and they lead. At least they are supposed to.
Jays host the Rays this weekend. A win would be nice.
Toronto (13-21)
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