Welcome to the game of “Spin the Closer!”

The Blue Jays found a new way for a pitcher to end up on the DL when Scott Downs — that noted slugger — sprained his toe in an effort to prove that AL pitchers can be a force at the dish.

So welcome to the game of “Spin the Closer!” This week’s contestants from north of the border are Jason Frasor, B.J. Ryan and Jeremy Accardo.

Downs has proven beyond a shadow of a doubt why AL pitchers shouldn’t be subjected to ever holding a bat in their hands, let alone approaching the batter’s box. His injury has created a void in the closer role for the next several weeks and I’m giving the edge to Frasor at this time, but all three have a history in the role so don’t be surprised to see the dreaded closer-by-committee situation until Downs returns from the DL.

P.S. I’m still laughing at Peter Costa’s June, 5th "B.J." post. That bobble-head with the commentary was precious. You tell me that you're not rooting for B.J. to get another shot just for entertainment purposes so we can here Costa speak on th etopic again.... - David Fry

David Fry is an independent sports photographer currently covering Major League Baseball. David will be reporting on observations as he sees them in MLB stadiums throughout the year.