"Absolutely not. In terms of our desire to acquire another closer this offseason, absolutely not. We were open to acquiring really good pitching... but our faith in Jeff, it can't get any higher."
"The Blue Jays signed Hoffman after a two-year breakout in Philadelphia, but he came back to earth in 2025, allowing a 4.37 ERA and 4.90 FIP in 71 appearances."
"He faced a lot of scrutiny over the offseason, with fans questioning if he was the right man for the job. The Blue Jays apparently decided he was."
The Toronto Blue Jays made significant roster improvements during the offseason, including key player acquisitions. However, they chose not to pursue any closers, retaining Jeff Hoffman despite his inconsistent performance. General manager Ross Atkins expressed confidence in Hoffman, stating their faith in him remains high. This decision raised eyebrows, especially given the availability of proven closers in the market. Hoffman's previous season included a 4.37 ERA and a critical blown save in the World Series, leading to fan skepticism about his role as the team's closer.
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