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MLB offseason: Top reliever Jeff Hoffman on his free agency

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Jeff Hoffman is one of the most sought-after relievers in this offseason's free agent class after a dominant run with the Philadelphia Phillies, but it took an incredible career turnaround to get him here.

On the eve of the 2023 season, the former No. 9 overall pick failed to make the Minnesota Twins' Opening Day roster and became a free agent. He had just 0.9 career WAR at the time -- and 0.0 WAR in his previous five seasons. But he caught on with the Phillies on a minor league deal and went on a two-year tear after being added to the major league roster in May 2023, posting 3.