"If the #BlueJays choose to move off Jeff Hoffman in the closer's role, even briefly, I like the idea of Louis Varland sharing the 9th with Braydon Fisher. If the game allows for Varland in the 9th, great. If a hot spot comes up earlier, it's Varland's, then Fisher gets the 9th."
"Varland has shown he can be a very reliable arm for this staff. He is the guy you want coming in when there is a scare in the late innings of a game to get things back under control."
"Splitting the duties allows Blue Jays manager John Schneider to use his best arms based on the situation rather than just sticking to the idea of a designated closer."
The Toronto Blue Jays' bullpen, particularly closer Jeff Hoffman, has been underperforming this season with a 7.59 ERA. A report suggests a potential change, proposing Louis Varland and Braydon Fisher share closing duties. Varland has proven reliable in high-pressure situations, while Fisher has shown versatility in various roles. This strategy would allow manager John Schneider to utilize pitchers based on game situations, providing the team with necessary flexibility as they seek to improve their performance and avoid late-game collapses.
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