Expectations were high for right-handed reliever Devin Williams in his first season with the New York Yankees . Little went according to plan for the formerly dominant closer, and the season proved quite uneven, including him losing his job at the back end of the New York bullpen. Williams will be eligible for free agency for the first time in his career following the conclusion of the World Series, but the 31-year-old is hoping to remain with the Yankees. “At first it was a challenge, but I’ve grown to love being here,” Williams told reporters following Wednesday’s season-ending loss to Toronto, via Ronald Blum of the AP. ” I love this city. I love taking the train to the field every day. Yeah, I really enjoyed my experience here.” Devin Williams’ rocky start in New York The Yankees acquired Williams in December 2024 from the Milwaukee Brewers. Left-hander Nestor Cortes, infielder Caleb Durbin, and $2 million in cash were sent to Milwaukee to complete the deal. Williams’ tenure with the Yankees got offRead More
Devin Williams hopes to remain with Yankees despite uneven season
