"Hoffman’s early-season performance has been unsightly, with a 7.59 ERA in 10 2/3 innings, making it hard to stomach for a high-leverage reliever."
"Despite Hoffman's struggles, his 41.2% strikeout rate is elite, and ERA models like xFIP (1.68) and SIERA (1.93) suggest he has been snakebit."
"Hoffman had an excellent run with the Phillies from 2023-2024, posting a 2.28 ERA in 118 2/3 innings, ranking sixth-best among qualified relievers."
"In 2025, Hoffman allowed the most home runs of his career while pitching exclusively out of the bullpen, impacting his overall performance."
The Blue Jays are changing their bullpen strategy due to Jeff Hoffman's poor performance, including a 7.59 ERA and three blown saves. Hoffman is being replaced as closer, with Louis Varland, Tyler Rogers, and Braydon Fisher as potential options. Despite Hoffman's high strikeout rate of 41.2%, his results have been disappointing. He previously excelled with a 2.28 ERA from 2023-2024 but struggled in 2025, allowing the most home runs of his career. The team is looking for reliable alternatives to secure game finishes.
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