The Toronto Blue Jays haven’t seen the Aaron Loup of old since 2014. Following a 2015 season gone wrong, the once-reliable left-hander has seen limited opportunities this season.
Granted, Loup hasn’t capitalized on the few he’s gotten. In six MLB innings across 10 games, he’s allowed four runs (6.00 ERA) and two deep flies. Even so, he’s still closer to the Blue Jays’ roster than many think.
With the release of Franklin Morales, Loup is a leading candidate to be the next reliever in line for duty as the bullpen’s second left-hander. Chad Girodo and Pat Venditte would follow in that equation, and could also earn promotions when rosters expand on September 1st.