Professional baseball is well underway, and that means the first round of personal accolades has come and gone. MLB insiders and writers have voted as to who warranted the first American League Reliever of the Month, amongst other top titles, and it isn't shocking that Louis Varland was up for the award.

It is hard to say that one pitcher, or one player, is more important than another, as this is a team sport, but if forced to, Varland's importance as a closer for the Toronto Blue Jays is nearly impossible to glance over.

As Varland continues to be a nightmare for hitters, he earns his first (of many) accolades this season as he was named the American League Reliever of the Month. This was an honor he deserved as he continues to retire batters at a rapid pace.

A Look at Varland's Biggest Highlights So Far

Blue Jays relief pitcher Louis Varland (77) delivers a pitch against the Milwaukee Brewers in the eighth inning at American Family Field.…