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Jeff Hoffman Could Be Traded Before Deadline | Toronto News
Jeff Hoffman could be headed to the Phillies before the August 3rd trade deadline, where he’d slot in as a veteran setup man with playoff experience — a perfect fit for Philly’s bullpen needs after Brad Keller’s injury. Hoffman, 33, has ties to the team and even earned All-Star honors there in 2024, but his role with the Blue Jays has shrunk this season after blown saves and lost closer duties. Moving him clears payroll and makes sense for Toronto’s stacked right-handed bullpen. Other teams like the Diamondbacks, Cubs, and Nationals are also in the market, but the Phillies seem like a strong…
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