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On Friday, it was reported that the Orioles had initially secured a three-year, $40 million contract with reliever Jeff Hoffman. However, complications arose when the team’s medical staff discovered a potential issue with Hoffman's throwing shoulder during his physical examination, leading to the abrupt cancellation of the deal. Instead, the Blue Jays jumped in and signed Hoffman for a three-year, $33 million agreement.