The Blue Jays ended up signing Hoffman this off-season after deal fell through with both the Baltimore Orioles and Atlanta Braves since they stated that Hoffman did not pass their physicals.
Blue Jays Jeff Hoffman speaks after blowing a kiss to the Orioles dugout
After an incredible performance yesterday afternoon, Hoffman closed the game out for the Blue Jays then blew a kiss towards the Orioles dugout which had everyone talking.
Jeff Hoffman blows a kiss to the Orioles, who almost signed him until they didn't pass his physical
After the game, Hoffman spoke to the media stating that he definitely was thinking about his contract being pulled before the game against the Orioles and the kiss blown at the end of the game was just him being fired up about the win.
Blue Jays closer Jeff Hoffman gave a wry smile when asked if he had extra juice pitching against the Orioles today.
Hoffman, whose contract offer from the Orioles was rescinded because of concerns about his shoulder, blew a kiss toward Baltimore's dugout after closing it out.
While some might feel that it is an unnecessary action from Hoffman, as he said it is not easy to get wins in the MLB and all he did was show emotion and prove that he was fired up with the win.
The Blue Jays now begin their series against the Braves tomorrow in Toronto which is the other team that pulled a contract offer from Hoffman due to his physical exam not going well.
Should be interesting to see how Hoffman does against the Braves this week.