The New York Yankees have re-acquired reliever Adam Ottavino on a major-league deal to fill in for closer Devin Williams, who is on the paternity list. The 39-year-old has had a mixed career, with standout seasons, including a 1.90 ERA in 2019 with the Yankees. After his time with the Mets and a brief stint with the Red Sox, he opted out of his Boston deal to return to New York. Ottavino is expected to serve as a middle reliever, with Luke Weaver stepping up as the closer during Williams' absence.
The New York Yankees have brought back veteran reliever Adam Ottavino on a major-league deal, filling the gap while closer Devin Williams is on the paternity list.
Ottavino, who had a standout 2019 season with a 1.90 ERA and 88 strikeouts, returns to the Yankees organization following his stint with the Mets and Red Sox.
With the absence of closer Devin Williams, the Yankees will reassign Luke Weaver to close, using Ottavino as a middle reliever alongside Yoendrys Gomez.
After a challenging year in Boston, Ottavino rejoined the Yankees after opting out of his contract, aiming to rediscover his form in New York.
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