Summary
The New York Yankees are preparing for the playoffs and need to decide which pitchers will handle crucial late-inning roles. There's uncertainty about Devin Williams' performance due to past struggles, but teammate Luke Weaver expressed confidence in him. The team hopes Williams will perform well under pressure.
Key Facts
- The Yankees are close to securing a playoff spot with only a few regular-season games left.
- The team's starting pitchers for the playoffs are expected to be Max Fried, Carlos Rodon, and Luis Gil.
- David Bednar is set to be the primary closer for the Yankees.
- There are concerns about who will reliably pitch in the late innings before Bednar takes over.
- Devin Williams has struggled in previous postseason appearances with a high earned run average (ERA).
- Despite past struggles, teammate Luke Weaver believes Williams will perform better in the playoffs when under pressure.
