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Yankees acquire All-Star closer in trade

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports
By Steve DelVecchio | Last updated Dec 13, 2024 1:32 PM ET

The New York Yankees bolstered their starting rotation when they signed Max Fried earlier this week, and they have now made a huge addition to their bullpen as well.

The Yankees acquired All-Star relief pitcher Devin Williams in a trade with the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday, according to multiple reports. Milwaukee is getting left-handed starter Nestor Cortes and infielder Caleb Durbin in the deal.

The Brewers will acquire Nestor Cortes and Caleb Durbin from Yankees for Devin Williams, league source tells The Athletic.

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Williams missed the first half of the 2024 season due to a back injury, but he was outstanding once he returned in July. The right-hander posted a 1.25 ERA with 38 strikeouts in 21 2/3 innings. Williams had 14 saves.

Williams was named an All-Star in 2022 and 2023. He made 61 appearances during the 2023 season and had 36 saves, finishing the year with a 1.53 ERA.

When healthy, Williams has been one of the best relievers in baseball over the past several years. The Yankees may not have been able to re-sign Juan Soto, but they have still made some big moves coming off their American League pennant season.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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