Twins acquire closer Jeff Hoffman from Blue Jays ahead of deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 10:59 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
The Minnesota Twins have traded for closer Jeff Hoffman from the Toronto Blue Jays as Monday's deadline approached. In exchange, the Twins sent Dasan Hill, John Klein, and Dameury Pena to Toronto and will assume Hoffman's remaining salary for the season. Hoffman struggled earlier in 2026 but has shown improvement recently, allowing just one run in June and posting a 3.94 ERA over the season. The move comes as the Twins aim to boost their playoff chances while currently sitting third in the AL Central with a 56-57 record. They will open a series against the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday.
- •Twins acquire Jeff Hoffman from Blue Jays before the deadline.
- •Minnesota sends Dasan Hill, John Klein, and Dameury Pena to Toronto.
- •Hoffman posted a 0.75 ERA in June and aims to strengthen the Twins' bullpen.
- •Twins are currently third in the AL Central with a 56-57 record.
- •Series against the Kansas City Royals begins on Tuesday.
- 10:59 PMYahoo Sports — Twins land closer Jeff Hoffman from Blue Jays at the deadline amid rally after rough start to 2026
"Jeff Hoffman blew a save in Game 7 of the World Series last fall, but seems to be recovering after what was a brutal start to 2026 in Toronto.
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