Summary
The New York Yankees are likely to part ways with pitcher Devin Williams after a challenging season. Williams, once a top performer, struggled with his performance after joining the team, posting a high earned run average (ERA). Despite some underlying strengths, it is expected that the Yankees will not renew his contract when he becomes a free agent.
Key Facts
- The Yankees' bullpen struggled this year, causing concern for fans.
- Devin Williams joined the Yankees after being a successful reliever, winning awards in 2022 and 2023.
- Williams recorded a 5.30 ERA and a negative wins above replacement value during the season.
- Analyst Robbie Hyde predicts the Yankees will let Williams go in the upcoming free agency.
- Williams held different roles this season, including being a closer, but had multiple blown saves.
- Despite a high ERA, Williams has a fielding independent pitching (FIP) of 2.95, indicating some effective performance.
- It's common for teams to take risks when signing relief pitchers, with mixed results from recent deals across the league.
