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sports22 days ago•2 min saved

Twins land Hoffman to bolster bullpen for postseason push

Minnesota acquired right-hander Jeff Hoffman from Toronto ahead of the MLB trade deadline to strengthen their late-inning relief for a potential postseason run. Toronto receive Dasan Hill, John Klein, Dameury Pena, plus international bonus pool cash, while the Twins take on most of Hoffman's 2026 salary and Toronto covers a portion in 2027. Hoffman's career includes a notorious blown save in Game 7 of the 2025 World Series, but he has generally been a reliable late-innings option and showed improved form in June 2026, suggesting he could be a valuable arm for Minnesota down the stretch.

via The New York Times|

#jeff-hoffman #minnesota-twins #mlb

sports4 months ago•3 min saved

Blue Jays Move to Closer-By-Committee After Hoffman Shake-Up

The Toronto Blue Jays have removed Jeff Hoffman from the closer role after three blown saves and a rough start, shifting to a closer-by-committee approach with Louis Varland, Tyler Rogers, and Braydon Fisher in line for save chances. Varland, who has a 7.59 ERA through 10 2/3 innings this season, combines elite strikeouts with control issues and may be relegated to a fireman role in some games; Rogers and Fisher offer other late-inning options. Hoffman previously excelled with a 2.28 ERA in 118 2/3 innings for 2023–24, but struggled in 2025, including aGame 7 game-tying homer that tempered that success. The Jays signed Hoffman to a three-year, $33 million deal in the 2024–25 offseason, and are now aiming for stability by mixing their bullpen for saves.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#blue-jays #closer-by-committee #jeff-hoffman

sports1 year ago•4 min saved

Phillies Eyeing Major Deals to Bolster Roster for 2025

Jeff Hoffman, a standout reliever for the Philadelphia Phillies, is attracting interest as a potential starting pitcher in free agency. Despite his recent success in the bullpen, some teams are considering him for a starting role due to his past experience and versatile pitching repertoire. While there's risk in transitioning from reliever to starter, Hoffman's agent, who also managed Reynaldo Lopez's similar transition, may explore this option. However, it's more likely Hoffman will sign as a reliever, given his recent dominance in that role.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#free-agency #jeff-hoffman #mlb

sports2 years ago•5 min saved

"Walk-Off Wonders: Phillies Secure Victory with Pivotal Plays"

Pitcher Jeff Hoffman made a game-saving tag at home plate in the ninth inning, helping the Philadelphia Phillies secure a 2-1 walk-off win against the Colorado Rockies. Cristian Pache delivered the winning hit, and Aaron Nola turned in a dominant pitching performance. Despite the Phillies' struggling offense, the team's pitching staff has been a key factor in their winning record.

via NBC Sports Philadelphia|

#aaron-nola #cristian-pache #jeff-hoffman

sports3 years ago•4 min saved

Phillies suffer loss to Braves due to odd roster management.

The Philadelphia Phillies lost to the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday due to missed opportunities and questionable roster management decisions. The bullpen, which has performed well this season, gave up three runs in the final three frames. The decision to bring in right-hander Jeff Hoffman in the seventh inning against a lefty pinch hitter did not work out, and the front office's decision to carry Dylan Covey as a bulk relief option instead of using trusted pitchers in Triple A may have contributed to the loss. The Phillies have bullpen depth, but the front office failed to take full advantage of it.

via Phillies Nation|

#bullpen #jeff-hoffman #missed-opportunities

sports3 years ago•3 min saved

"Phillies Take Revenge in 7-4 Win Against Rockies"

The Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Colorado Rockies 7-4 in the second game of their three-game series. Jeff Hoffman, a former Rockies player, pitched a scoreless eighth inning to help secure the win. Nick Castellanos hit a line drive off Rockies starter Ryan Feltner's head, but Feltner was able to walk off the field. The Phillies bullpen was thin, but Connor Brogdon and Andrew Bellatti pitched well in relief. Bryce Harper hit a home run in the ninth inning to add an insurance run.

via The Good Phight|

#cj-cron #jeff-hoffman #nick-castellanos

sports3 years ago•3 min saved

Red Sox Continue Winning Streak Against Phillies in Game 36.

The Philadelphia Phillies lost to the Boston Red Sox 7-4, with Bailey Falter struggling in the fourth inning and Jeff Hoffman making his Phillies debut in the eighth and ninth innings. Bryce Harper hit a home run and Alec Bohm drove in a run, but it wasn't enough to end the Phillies' five-game losing streak.

via The Good Phight|

#bailey-falter #boston-red-sox #bryce-harper

sports3 years ago•1 min saved

Twins Release Hoffman and Coulombe from Bullpen.

The Minnesota Twins have released right-hander Jeff Hoffman, who was in camp on a minor league deal. Hoffman, a former No. 9 overall draft pick, pitched to a 3.83 ERA with a 22.8% strikeout rate and a bloated 11.7% walk rate in 2022 with the Reds. He has a career 5.68 ERA with a 20.3% strikeout rate and 11.1% walk rate. Hoffman will now look for a new opportunity in free agency.

via MLB Trade Rumors|

#free-agency #jeff-hoffman #minnesota-twins