Devin Williams, Yankees Bullpen Face Mounting Scrutiny

New York Yankees reliever Devin Williams, acquired in a high-profile trade from the Milwaukee Brewers, gave up three earned runs in the eighth inning of a 4-3 loss to the San Diego Padres, raising his ERA to 10.03. Williams has now allowed 13 runs this season, matching his total from the previous two years combined, and the Yankees lead MLB with five losses when ahead in the eighth inning or later. Fans and analysts are increasingly frustrated with his unreliable performance and are calling for changes. Williams cited difficult mound conditions due to rain but acknowledged ongoing control problems. The Yankees, currently first in the AL East at 19-16, are facing pressure to address their late-inning bullpen struggles. Manager Aaron Boone and closer Luke Weaver have also come under scrutiny as the team seeks solutions.