Loup made nine appearances in relief during the first half of the season, posting a 6.75 ERA and 0.75 WHIP with seven strikeouts in 5.1 innings.
The left-handed specialist got a late start to his season, as he was not activated from the DL (elbow) until May 28. He pitched decently, but was optioned to Triple-A Buffalo in mid-June. Loup was recalled at the beginning of July and notched two flawless outings, one of which included his first hold of the year. The 28-year-old had amassed 22 holds and four saves combined in 2014 and '15 while appearing in 60-plus games both seasons, but Loup appears to be a non-factor in the team's plans for 2016.