Failed Yankees Trade Acquisition Projected $45M Contract
Summary
The New York Yankees acquired pitcher Devin Williams in a trade, hoping he would help the team succeed. However, Williams did not perform as expected and was replaced as the team's closer. Despite his struggles, he is projected to receive a relatively high contract in free agency.Key Facts
- The Yankees traded for Devin Williams after losing the World Series and player Juan Soto to the Mets.
- Williams had been a two-time All-Star with the Milwaukee Brewers.
- The Yankees traded Nestor Cortes and Caleb Durbin for Williams.
- Williams recorded a career-worst 4.79 ERA and lost his role as the Yankees' closer.
- The Yankees replaced Williams with David Bednar as the closer.
- Williams was once projected to become one of the highest-paid closers.
- ESPN's Kiley McDaniel projects Williams may still get a three-year, $45 million deal despite his recent performance issues.
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