FanSided’s Robert Murray sees a potential match with the Los Angeles Dodgers for struggling New York Yankees closer Devin Williams.
Murray predicts the Dodgers’ front office to revisit the fit after previously sending out feelers for the 30-year-old.
“Williams was supposed to shore up the ninth inning and give New York a dependable, elite option at the end of games. Instead, the right-hander has posted a 5.60 ERA in 49 games this season and has bounced between the ninth inning and low-leverage situations,” Murray wrote.
“Williams is highly likely to sign a one-year contract to re-establish his value, and what better place to do that than the Dodgers? They have a history of signing relievers to one-year contracts. They have shown previous interest in Williams. Maybe that's a partnership the two sides could revisit this offseason?”
Williams has been a bad investment for the Bronx Bombers. Aaron Boone recently conceded he had to find “good spots” for Williams.
“We'll try and find good spots for him to get him back to being a big part of the pen, which he should be,” Boone said.
Previously, there was no doubt the ninth inning was the best spot for the 30-year-old, who had 65 saves in his last three seasons with the Milwaukee Brewers. Now, he’s on an innings limit to mitigate the damage he’s done this season.
Williams admitted he’s been stinking on the Yankees. His value is low. The Dodgers’ payroll is bloated and could use a cheap option.
There’s definitely a fit. We’ll see how intently the front office explores this potential union.