There are many reasons why the Blue Jays lose and this is one of them. The Blue Jays released Ryan before tonight's game and activated Scott Downs.

Granted Ryan is pitching poorly this year, but releasing the left-handed veteran just isn't smart. First off, its the Blue Jays fault for rushing him back last season in record time after Tommy John surgery. Then he has a slow start this year and they level his confidence and force him to push more and that can cause problems. I've seen Ryan pitch this year and if he can improve his velocity, but more important his location he will certainly be given another chance with a team that can use a good lefty out of the bullpen. Let me see, who could use an effective B.J. Ryan:

New York Yankees

Minnesota Twins

New York Mets (always can use bullpen help)

Philadelphia Phillies

San Deigo Padres (many careers end here)

Oakland Athletics (refer to note above)

Anaheim Angels (Darren Oliver is not the answer)

Baltimore Orioles - (why not?)

Detroit Tigers (Grrrrrrrrr!)

Chicago Cubs - (LOL!)

Washington Nationals - (they are making moves to stay in the hunt ;) )

OK, the point is lots of teams need a good lefty in the bullpen and since the average lifespan of a lefty is roughly 20 years, Ryan will find another team and you never know he might just close again.