Yankees Pitcher Shuts Down Concerns Over Role

The New York Yankees removed Devin Williams from their closer role after a tough spot to the season, but with a resurgence at the mound, the former award winner may be working his way back to the closing spot – not that he’s thinking about it.

Williams was acquired by the Yankees from the Milwaukee Brewers during the winter. He started the season with a 11.25 ERA, forcing New York to end his run as the team’s closer. However, with six straight games without allowing a run, Williams has dropped that ERA to 6.88 nearing the end of May.

He’s not worried about potentially getting his job back, though.

“It doesn’t matter right now,” Williams told the New York Daily News. “It doesn’t matter.”

Before joining the Yankees, Williams was a two-time National League Reliever of the Year for the Brewers. He’s since been replaced by Luke Weaver, and manager Aaron Boone doesn’t sound like he’s thinking of making a change back just yet.

“We’ll see,” Boone said. “No plans right now. I feel like so many of our guys down there, Devin included, are throwing the ball really well. Obviously, Luke’s done outstanding in the role. So we’ll see. We’ll just see as we go.”

Williams is entering the final year of club control on his deal. Being a closer would certainly increase his market value. The potential of returning to the role may be there in the future, but for now, he’s focused on what he can do on the mound, and showing he’s still one of the best as a setup pitcher is keeping his stock high.

“I mean, I’m putting up zeros, right?” Williams said. “You guys get all caught up in this. It’s always a question. It’s not a thing. If I give up runs in the eighth inning, if I give up runs in the ninth inning, they count the same. It’s the same thing.”

Make sure to bookmark Yankees On SI to get all your daily New York Yankees news, interviews, breakdowns and more!

Related Posts

🚨EXCLUSIVE: Bo Bichette can’t wait to reunite with Marcus Semien, and the excitement is palpable! The former Blue Jays teammates are ready to rekindle their chemistry on the field, and fans are already buzzing about the dynamic duo. Will their reunion lead to a dominant season together? The anticipation is building..ll 👇👇👇

🚨 Bo Bichette Eager to Reunite with Marcus Semien in 2026 👇 As Bo Bichette prepares for the 2026 season with the New York Mets, one aspect…

REPORT: A former Braves general manager once pushed out in disgrace has quietly made a shocking return to professional baseball. His new position comes far from the spotlight, but it raises inevitable questions about accountability, second chances, and how the league really treats controversial figures. Fans are now wondering how — and why — this comeback was allowed to happen.

John Coppolella Reemerges in Baseball Eight Years After Lifetime Ban, Joins Baseball America as Contributor More than eight years after his dramatic fall from grace, former Atlanta…

🚨REPORT: Bo Bichette and Jonah Tong will not play in the World Baseball Classic, a decision that’s raising eyebrows across the baseball world! The Mets’ new third baseman and their No. 3 prospect will stay behind in Port St. Lucie for spring training, focusing on preparation for the upcoming season. This move could have long-term implications for both players’ development and the Mets’ roster..ll 👇👇👇

🚨 BREAKING: Bo Bichette and Jonah Tong Opt to Skip the World Baseball Classic, Focus on Mets Spring Training 👇 Bo Bichette, the New York Mets’ newly…

BREAKING NEWS: Jackson Holliday didn’t grow up chasing baseball — he grew up inside it. Life alongside his father Matt Holliday meant daily exposure to preparation, pressure, failure, and greatness long before the spotlight arrived. As his own career accelerates, fans are realizing those quiet lessons may be the biggest advantage of all — and the ceiling might be even higher than expected

Jackson Holliday Set for Historic MLB Debut as Baseball Legacy Comes Full Circle Nearly twenty years after he was toddling through Major League clubhouses alongside his father,…

🚨BOMBSHELL: The Dodgers could be without a key starting pitcher on Opening Day, and the implications are massive! This potential setback is sending shockwaves through the organization, with fans left wondering how it will impact their season opener. With the stakes so high, every move in the coming weeks will be under the microscope..ll 👇👇👇

🚨 DODGERS FACING OPENING DAY UNCERTAINTY: Blake Snell’s Health Could Affect Starting Rotation 👇 The Los Angeles Dodgers, fresh off a second consecutive World Series victory, are…

🚨EXCLUSIVE: Observations about the Dodgers’ top prospects reveal a bright future that could reshape the team’s dynasty! With emerging talent across the board, the Dodgers are set to make a major impact both in the present and the years ahead. Fans are buzzing with anticipation as the next generation prepares to carry the torch — and the stakes have never been higher..ll 👇👇👇

🚨 LOS ANGELES DODGERS’ PROSPECTS: Depth, Potential Stars, and Future Impact 👇 The Los Angeles Dodgers have been a juggernaut in Major League Baseball over the past…