"Hoffman's current output is creating distrust and anxiety in these vulnerable spots due to his inability to make key quality pitches and keep runners off the bases."
"When dissecting his blown saves or chaotic innings, it all circles back to one issue: command and free passes."
"Hoffman entered the game with the score tied 2-2. Ildemaro Vargas led off the inning with a single to center field off a high splitter in the zone."
"Corbin Carroll capitalized on the situation, taking advantage of the free baserunner with a 389-foot home run to left-center."
Jeff Hoffman is experiencing a significant decline in performance as the closer for the Toronto Blue Jays, leading to concerns about the team's ability to secure wins in tight situations. His current statistics reflect a -0.6 WAR, a 1-2 record, and a 7.71 ERA. Hoffman's recent outings have been particularly troubling, with an ERA near 10.00 in his last seven appearances. Command issues and free passes are identified as key problems affecting his performance, culminating in a disastrous eighth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
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