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Yankees' Bullpen Overhaul: Devin Williams Struggles Amid Roster Shakeup
3 Aug
Summary
- Yankees traded for Devin Williams in offseason
- Williams had a 5.01 ERA through 45 games in 2025
- Yankees added new relievers Bednar, Bird, and Doval at trade deadline
In the 2024 offseason, the New York Yankees made a major move to strengthen their bullpen, acquiring closer Devin Williams from the Milwaukee Brewers. At the time, Williams was coming off an All-Star season in 2023 with 36 saves. However, the 2025 season has not gone as planned for the Yankees and Williams.
Due to a stress fracture in his back that cost him four months of the 2024 season, Williams has struggled to regain his dominant form. Through 45 games in 2025, he has a disappointing 5.01 ERA, a far cry from his previous success. The Yankees' front office likely expected to be getting the 2023 version of Williams when they made the trade, but that has not materialized.
To address the bullpen issues, the Yankees made several key additions at the trade deadline, bringing in David Bednar, Jake Bird, and Camilo Doval. These new relievers are expected to make an immediate impact as the team gears up for a postseason push. With Bednar and Doval both having multiple years of team control remaining, the writing may be on the wall for Williams' future in New York.
As Williams enters the final year of his $8.6 million contract, the Yankees will have to evaluate whether to bring him back for the 2026 season or part ways with the struggling reliever.
