Blue Jays sign Hoffman

The Toronto Blue Jays have agreed to terms with RHP Jeff Hoffman on a three-year contract (US $33,000,000).

Hoffman, 32, posted a 2.17 ERA across 68 appearances for the Phillies in 2024, earning his first career All-Star nod after striking out 89 batters and walking 16 over 66.1 innings of work for a 0.96 WHIP and a .197 OPP AVG. The 6-5, 235 lb. righty was selected ninth overall by the Blue Jays in the 2014 First-Year Player Draft before being traded to the Rockies the following summer, the team he eventually made his big league debut for in 2016. The Latham, NY, native has played 256 career MLB games (50 starts) between the Rockies, Reds, and Phillies, combining to go 23-26 with a 4.82 ERA.

“We are excited to add Jeff to our bullpen. His arsenal, strike throwing, and ability to miss bats against all types of hitters is elite and will undoubtedly make us better,” said Ross Atkins, EVP of Baseball Operations & General Manager. “Jeff will get an opportunity to close games for us this season. His track record, competitiveness, and experience make him a great complement to this group. We look forward to welcoming him, his wife Marissa, and their children Tytan, Houstyn, Jetsyn, and Lennyn to Toronto.”

Additionally, RHP Brett de Geus has been designated for assignment.