Yankees trade for closer Devin Williams in stunner

The Yankees are finalizing a trade with the Brewers to acquire star closer Devin Williams, with Nestor Cortes and Caleb Durbin heading to Milwaukee in exchange. This move is part of the Yankees’ recent flurry of activity, including signing Max Fried to a lucrative deal and pursuing other notable players like Christian Walker, Cody Bellinger, and Kyle Tucker. Williams, despite an injury-shortened 2024 season, is expected to strengthen the Yankees’ bullpen alongside emerging closer Luke Weaver.

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