Smyly (0-1) gave up five runs on six hits -- three of them homers -- and a walk over 6.2 innings against the Jays on Monday. He struck out five.
After getting off to a strong start, Smyly allowed homers in three consecutive innings. Fortunately, he won't have to face the Blue Jays every time out, but this certainly won't be the last time he sees them, and the rest of the AL East isn't short on offensive talent either. That said, Smyly's demonstrated excellent strikeout upside and should have better starts ahead. His next one will come against the Orioles on Saturday.