Devin Williams trade: Yankees acquire All-Star closer as Nestor Cortes heads to Brewers

The New York Yankees acquired All-Star closer Devin Williams from the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for left-handed starter Nestor Cortes, infield prospect Caleb Durbin, and cash considerations. Williams, who had an injury-compromised 2024 season, has impressive career stats with an ERA+ of 232 and a strikeout rate of 39.4%. He is entering his walk year with one year of team control remaining. Williams is known for his fastball velocity and exceptional changeup pitch, but has a history of various health issues including a stress fracture in his back. The Yankees traded him to the Brewers in exchange for Cortes, a seasoned left starting pitcher with a solid track record. The Yankees were seeking bullpen depth after the departure of Clay Holmes, while the addition of Max Fried provided rotation depth.

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