Free-agent reduction pitcher Devin Williams and the New York Mets are in settlement on a three-year contract that ensures greater than $50 million, sources informed ESPN’s Jeff Passan on Monday night time, confirming a report.
Williams, 31, hit free company after a tough debut season for the New York Yankees. Acquired final December from the Milwaukee Brewers for pitcher Nestor Cortes and Nationwide League Rookie of the 12 months finalist Caleb Durbin, Williams struggled to a career-worst 4.79 ERA over 67 appearances for the Yankees.
He saved 18 video games in 22 possibilities for the Yankees however, after getting into the season because the designated nearer, he shared the function for many of the season after getting off to a tough begin. Williams recorded 4 scoreless outings throughout the Yankees’ postseason run, however David Bednar earned each of New York’s playoff saves.
Earlier than becoming a member of the Yankees, Williams established himself as a premier back-of-the-bullpen pitcher throughout his six seasons with Milwaukee, first as a set-up reliever for star nearer Josh Hader after which as Hader’s substitute within the function.
ESPN’s Bradford Doolittle contributed to this report.