Ninth inning could be Blue Jays' Achilles heel

The Toronto Blue Jays, with a strong record of 79-58 and control over their playoff destiny, face a significant concern with closer Jeff Hoffman, who has struggled this season with a 5.02 ERA despite recording 29 saves. Originally signed to be a reliable closer, Hoffman’s recent inconsistency, including a troubling 6.59 ERA in his last 41 innings, raises concerns as they approach the postseason.

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