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Blue Jays' Schneider Stands By Struggling Closer Hoffman

6/23/2025

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider stood firmly behind closer Jeff Hoffman after a tough 4-2 defeat against the Chicago White Sox. Despite Hoffman's fourth blown save, marked by walking the bases loaded and a costly fielding error, Schneider's faith remains unshaken. With a 5.29 ERA this season, Hoffman has still managed to secure 17 of 21 save chances.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider stood firmly behind closer Jeff Hoffman after a tough 4-2 defeat against the Chicago White Sox. Despite Hoffman's fourth blown save, marked by walking the bases loaded and a costly fielding error, Schneider's faith remains unshaken. With a 5.29 ERA this season, Hoffman has still managed to secure 17 of 21 save chances.