"The veteran right-handed reliever was coming off a brilliant season with the Texas Rangers in which he sported a microscopic 1.17 ERA. The multi-time All-Star has a wealth of experience closing and in high-leverage spots. When the Dodgers inked him to a one-year deal worth $13 million, it was viewed as a move to further strengthen what was considered to be a very good bullpen."
"However, whether it be Father Time creeping into the picture or another factor, Yates at age 38 has been far from good this season. Yates has a 5.23 ERA on the year. He is giving up plenty of hard contract and has been failing to put hitters away. Couple that with health issues, including a balky hamstring at the moment, and his future with the team for the remainder of this season remains a major question mark."
Kirby Yates was signed to a one-year, $13 million deal after a 1.17 ERA season with the Texas Rangers to bolster the Dodgers' bullpen. At age 38, Yates has struggled in 2025, compiling a 5.23 ERA, allowing frequent hard contact, and failing to consistently put hitters away. Recent hamstring trouble led to placement on the injured list retroactive to Sept. 21, leaving his availability uncertain for the stretch run. The right-handed relief group has underperformed overall, with elevated ERAs and blown opportunities from other high-priced relievers and unconventional roster moves to address the shortfall.
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