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Phillies’ offseason mistake plays key role in Blue Jays forcing Game 7 in ALCS

After a heartbreaking end to their season on a bullpen blunder, the Philadelphia Phillies added to their season-long suffering without seeing another pitch. Former standout reliever Jeff Hoffman's heroics were on full display for the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 6 of the ALCS, a performance that was sorely missed by fans all season long.

While the Blue Jays held a four-run lead in their contest against the Seattle Mariners, their lead needed a sturdy defense. Enter Hoffman, who proceeded to hurl two dominant innings, completely stifling Seattle's offense. Hoffman struck out four of the six outs needed, only allowing one baserunner, a two-out walk to J.