Mutual Interest In Reunion Between Luke Weaver, Yankees

"The Yankees have expressed "genuine interest" in bringing right-hander Luke Weaver back into the fold, according to a report from The Athletic's Chris Kirschner. Weaver has likewise expressed interest in a reunion, though Kirschner notes that the righty is weighing his options and is seeking a multi-year deal this winter. The report adds that "about 10 teams" have at least checked in on Weaver this offseason. Weaver, 32, was a first-round pick by the Cardinals back in 2014 and struggled as a back-of-the-rotation starter in the majors for years before moving to the bullpen with the Yankees in 2024."

"He's been excellent in that role over the past two years, with a 3.21 ERA and 3.58 FIP across 148 2/3 innings of work. He's picked up 12 saves with the Yankees in that time, but struggled late in the 2025 season with a 5.35 ERA from the start of July onwards, including a 9.64 ERA in 12 September appearances. Worrying as that late-season meltdown might be, however, a 2.96 xERA and 3.44 SIERA both indicate that he's still a quality reliever and remains among the best options available on the market."

"That's especially true after the run on high-end relievers that's taken place in the early weeks of free agency. , Devin Williams, Tyler Rogers, Raisel Iglesias, Kyle Finnegan, and Emilio Pagan are just some of the names on an expansive list of late-innings arms who have already landed somewhere, while the Yankees have yet to add to their bullpen at all this winter. The summer's additions of David Bednar and Camilo Doval help to reduce pressure to land a high-end relief arm, but the loss of Williams and the potential loss of Weaver still leave a hole towards the back of the Yankees' bullpen. Weaver is joined by former Rays closer Pete Fairbanks and 2025 standout Brad Keller as the top remaining relief arms in free agency, and it would surely behoove New York to add at least one of those players."

The Yankees have shown genuine interest in re-signing right-hander Luke Weaver, who is reportedly seeking a multi-year deal and has drawn contact from about 10 teams. Weaver moved to the bullpen in 2024 after struggling as a back-of-the-rotation starter and posted a 3.21 ERA and 3.58 FIP across 148 2/3 innings over two years. He recorded 12 saves but experienced a pronounced late-2025 downturn, including a 9.64 September ERA. Underlying metrics (2.96 xERA, 3.44 SIERA) suggest continued effectiveness. A busy reliever market and recent Yankees bullpen moves shape New York's interest.

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