The New York Yankees aimed to strengthen their bullpen this season by acquiring Devin Williams, a pitcher known for his signature “air bender” pitch. Unfortunately, the start of the season has left much to be desired. At 30 years old, Williams finds himself struggling to adapt to his new team after being traded from the Milwaukee Brewers during the offseason, and fans are beginning to express their disappointment.
Despite a few decent performances early on, Williams has not lived up to the expectations of a reliable closer. With a 0-2 record and a staggering 11.25 ERA, his struggles are very much palpable. It’s no surprise that frustrated Yankees fans have taken to social media to voice their frustrations, making it clear that they’re not pleased with his performance.
Devin Williams has an 11.25 ERA in 10 pitching appearances this season pic.twitter.com/Mo2ZOP2BKW
— Talkin’ Yanks (@TalkinYanks) April 26, 2025
Here are just a few reactions from fans on social media:
“Send him to the sun,” echoed one passionate fan, expressing the depths of their frustration.
Send him to the sun
— Hale (@awHALEnaw2) April 26, 2025
“We would have the best record in baseball without this guy on the mound! Send him down till he learns how to pitch,” lamented another fan, clearly wishing for a break from continued disappointment.
We would have the best record in baseball without this guy on the mound!
Send him down till he learns how to pitch.— Patriot 🇺🇸 (@ThisTime421) April 26, 2025
“The only thing he’s bending are the bats hitting his pitches,” remarked another user, cleverly critiquing Williams’ performance.
The only thing he’s bending are the bats hitting his pitches.
— Right is always right.🇺🇸 (@caseynn02) April 26, 2025
“Get him off the team!” voiced another frustrated fan, capturing a sentiment shared by many.
Get him off the team!
— Raquel (@MsRaquelRivera) April 26, 2025
“Terrible signing. One of the worst decisions by the Yankees in years,” commented a fan reflecting on the Yankee management’s recent choices.
Terrible signing. One of the worst decisions by the Yankees in years.
— Luka (@MardmeV) April 26, 2025
“Clay Holmes 2.0. And you have a closer in Weaver. Sad,” lamented another fan, drawing comparisons to a previous pitcher who failed to meet expectations.
Clay Holmes 2.0
And you have a closer in Weaver
Sad
— Critical Thinker (@KriticalThink3r) April 26, 2025
THE COCKBENDER
— spider-xan (Peter Percer) (@aaronbricks69) April 26, 2025
Boone is gonna say he “saw some good stuff, he’s close”
— Patrick Stewart (@PatStewey) April 26, 2025
New Setbacks: Williams Fails to Secure a Win Against the Toronto Blue Jays
In their recent three-game series against the Toronto Blue Jays, the Yankees hoped to build momentum. Starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco was effective on the mound, keeping the Blue Jays at bay. However, a shaky bullpen performance turned the tide. Williams entered the game but failed to deliver, allowing three earned runs and racking up another loss without recording a single strikeout. The Yankees’ hopes for a win slipped away largely because of his ineffective outing.
Despite this setback, the Bronx Bombers remain at the top of their division with a 15-11 record. But fans can feel the urgency; with Giancarlo Stanton’s return eagerly anticipated, everyone is hoping for an extra jolt in the lineup.
This season has been a roller coaster ride for Yankee fans, with high expectations meeting cold reality. As the team navigates these challenges, both the players and the fans are left yearning for turns in fortune and performances that live up to the storied legacy of this franchise.
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