The Orioles nearly handed out their first multiyear contract to a free agent pitcher since 2018, but now that player is a Toronto Blue Jay.

The Baltimore Orioles and Atlanta Braves backed out of agreements to sign Jeff Hoffman because of concerns about the reliever’s pitching shoulder before he finalized a $33 million, three-year contract with the Toronto Blue Jays last week.

One of the most sought-after relievers this offseason was Jeff Hoffman, and before signing the Blue Jays, multiple teams passed up on him.

New Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jeff Hoffman delivered a simple message to fans on Wednesday, saying he's excited to be a member of the Jays. Hoffman recently signed a three-year, $33 million deal and could be in line to be the team's new closer.

The Toronto Blue Jays introduced their newest addition to the media, with Jeff Hoffman fielding questions from Toronto’s beat journalists via a Zoom call earlier today.

The Toronto Blue Jays are officially taking a big risk with free agent reliever Jeff Hoffman. The hard-throwing reliever, who may end up serving as the Blue Ja

The Braves walked away from an agreement with free agent right-hander Jeff Hoffman due to medical concerns. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.

Hoffman logged a 2.28 ERA in 118 2/3 innings over the past two seasons with the Phillies. But there were some cracks in the biggest moments.

Jeff Hoffman signed with the Blue Jays, but before that, his deal with the Braves fell through when he failed his physical.