NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Yankees have made a significant move by acquiring All-Star closer Devin Williams from the Milwaukee Brewers. In exchange for Williams, the Yankees sent left-hander Nestor Cortes and infield prospect Caleb Durbin to the Brewers, along with $2 million.
Williams, a 30-year-old right-hander, is set to become a free agent after the 2025 season. Despite being diagnosed with two stress fractures in his back during spring training, Williams had an impressive season, converting 14 of 15 save opportunities with a 1.25 ERA. His dominant performance included a 43.2% strikeout rate, the highest among pitchers with at least 20 innings pitched.
