The Philadelphia Phillies have acquired right-handed pitcher Nolan Hoffman from the Texas Rangers for cash. Although not currently on the active roster, Hoffman's selection to the Phillies' 40-man roster hints at a possible major league debut soon. At 27, Hoffman has had a mixed career trajectory, including a successful stint in the Orioles' minor league affiliates. Despite a rough current season with the Rangers' Triple-A team, he brings unique pitching mechanics that may enhance the Phillies' bullpen.
Hoffman has regularly generated grounders at huge rates, though this year's 44.6% mark is only a couple percentage points north of the MLB average.
Hoffman, 27, was originally a fifth-round pick by the 2018 Mariners and landed with the Orioles by way of the minor league phase of the 2021 Rule 5 Draft.
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