Devin Williams is "Not Built for New York"

Devin Williams is "Not Built for New York"

The New York Yankees‘ season has not gone as expected. Despite Aaron Judge putting up an MVP-caliber season and the offense being the best in the American League, this team is barely hanging onto a playoff spot. It doesn’t take a genius to recognize that New York’s problems stem from two things: injuries and pitching. More specifically, the biggest issue has been the bullpen, with closer Devin Williams at the forefront of the struggles. Scout’s …

Yankees pitching coach speaks out on Devin Williams' struggles and explains what he needs to succeed

Brad Penner-Imagn ImagesBrad Penner-Imagn Images The New York Yankees didn’t bring Devin Williams to the Bronx expecting inconsistency, blowups, and a 5.44 ERA in August. They expected dominance. They expected swagger. Instead, Williams has struggled to find himself—especially his fastball—and now he’s spiraling at the wrong time. He arrived with the pedigree of an elite closer, known for his unhittable “airbender” changeup and wipeout strikeout…