Sam Gaviglio: B+
Why does he receive this grade?
Sam Gaviglio was the innings-eater for the Blue Jays this year, appearing in 51 games and leading all Jays relief pitchers in innings pitched at 95. With some games still left in the season, there is a chance that he still could pass the 100 innings mark as well.
With the Blue Jays utilizing the ‘opener’ strategy, it was usually Sam Gaviglio trotting in from the bullpen in the 2nd, 3rd, or 4th inning to pick up the pieces and be tasked with pitching as many innings as he could.