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Hoffman’s Slider Journey from Minnesota to Philly | Duluth News
Jeff Hoffman’s wild ride back to Minnesota after an All-Star breakout with the Phillies proves player development rarely follows a straight line. Once let go by the Twins on a minor league deal, he found his slider—thanks to a pitching coach’s suggestion—in Philly, turning it into his dominant weapon and slashing opponents’ batting average to .074 in 2023. Though his stats dipped this year, his strikeout arsenal still fuels the Twins’ playoff push. Minnesota paid a steep price to bring him back, sending prospects and bonus money, but the irony? They were the ones who helped him discover his…
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