Yankees' Devin Williams out as closer; Luke Weaver to get a shot - ESPN
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Devin Williams, who joined the New York Yankees from Milwaukee, has lost his role as closer after a disappointing start to the season. Manager Aaron Boone made the announcement ahead of a doubleheader against Toronto. Williams struggled with an 11.25 ERA over his first 10 games, including a crucial ninth-inning blunder against the Blue Jays. Luke Weaver, the Yankees' previous closer, will take over the duties of finishing games as the team looks to stabilize its late-game performance.
Manager Aaron Boone announced the decision to remove Devin Williams as closer for the Yankees following multiple poor performances early in the season.
Devin Williams, acquired from Milwaukee, posted an alarming 11.25 ERA in his initial ten appearances, leading to his reassignment.
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