"In the short term, we are going to share that responsibility. Jeff Hoffman is still going to be getting very important outs for us and very much believe in him as a weapon for us."
"Hoffman has allowed 11 runs (nine earned) in 10.2 innings, recorded just as many saves as he's blown (three each), and given up 16 hits, six walks and two home runs."
"When his pitches are working he's been fooling batters, but when it's not, he's been getting hit hard and allowing untimely hits in the process as well."
"I know there may be people who don't want to hear this, but I've got a lot of trust and confidence in Jeff Hoffman ... If there's a situation to close out a game, I'll take Jeff Hoffman."
Jeff Hoffman has lost his position as the full-time closer for the Toronto Blue Jays, as confirmed by GM Ross Atkins. The team will share closing responsibilities temporarily. Hoffman has struggled with consistency, allowing 11 runs in 10.2 innings, with three saves and three blown saves. Despite this, he has recorded 24 strikeouts, ranking third among MLB relievers. Manager John Schneider previously expressed confidence in Hoffman, but the front office believes a committee approach is more effective at this time.
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