Yankees acquire All-Star closer in trade
Aug 14, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; A detailed view of a New York Yankees hat and glove on the bench against the Atlanta Braves in the third inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
The New York Yankees bolstered their starting rotation when they signed Max Fried earlier this week, and they have now made a huge addition to their bullpen as well.
The Yankees acquired All-Star relief pitcher Devin Williams in a trade with the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday, according to multiple reports. Milwaukee is getting left-handed starter Nestor Cortes and infielder Caleb Durbin in the deal.
The Brewers will acquire Nestor Cortes and Caleb Durbin from Yankees for Devin Williams, league source tells The Athletic.
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Williams missed the first half of the 2024 season due to a back injury, but he was outstanding once he returned in July. The right-hander posted a 1.25 ERA with 38 strikeouts in 21 2/3 innings. Williams had 14 saves.
Williams was named an All-Star in 2022 and 2023. He made 61 appearances during the 2023 season and had 36 saves, finishing the year with a 1.53 ERA.
When healthy, Williams has been one of the best relievers in baseball over the past several years. The Yankees may not have been able to re-sign Juan Soto, but they have still made some big moves coming off their American League pennant season.
