The Yankees successfully swept the Blue Jays, defeating them 11-2 and 5-1 in a doubleheader. This came amidst the controversy surrounding closer Devin Williams, who has struggled recently, leading to his removal from the role. Manager Aaron Boone's decision marks a significant turning point for Williams, who acknowledges his disappointing performance. Despite being a top performer previously, he now faces the challenge of regaining trust to reclaim the closer position and focus on consistently delivering strong performances.
Faced with the pre-doubleheader drama of the embattled Devin Willams being removed from the closer's role as of Sunday morning, the Yankees did away with needing one altogether by routing the Blue Jays, 11-2 in the opener.
Williams ranked second in ERA (1.70) and strikeout percentage (40.8) while limiting opponents to a .144 batting average, tops in the majors. That's practically an airtight five-year stretch.
It's disappointing. You work for years to get to that point and to have that taken away from you, it's not a fun feeling at all. But I can't say it's undeserved.
My biggest concern right now is to start putting up zeroes. We can have that conversation when we get there.
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