Yankees activate Aroldis Chapman off IL, Clay Holmes to remain closer

Although Chapman is one of the most accomplished closers in recent memory (ranking third among active pitchers with 315 saves,) the lefty won't be back in his customary role when he returns. The closer's gig will remain in the hands of Clay Holmes for now. Holmes has dominated as the fill-in with a 4-0 record, team-leading 14 saves and minuscule 0.49 ERA and 0.73 WHIP over 35 2/3 innings pitched while collecting 38 strikeouts.

After going through all of April, and each of his first 12 appearances this season without allowing a run, Chapman was scored upon in his last five games prior to going on the IL. Overall, he's 0-2 and has recorded nine saves while registering a 3.86 ERA and 1.64 WHIP with 15 strikeouts over 14 innings pitched.