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Yankees Revamp Bullpen Amid Key Departures, Promising Prospects

1/30/2026

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The Yankees' bullpen has changed as former closers Devin Williams and Luke Weaver left for Queens, and several relievers were nontendered.
General Manager Brian Cashman says the team will rely on the pitching department to fill high-leverage roles without established options.
The Yankees added Angel Chivilli and retained Fernando Cruz, signaling strategy to refresh the bullpen.
Cashman calls the bullpen a work in progress, highlighting young prospects and recent additions.

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Story summary

The Yankees' bullpen has changed as former closers Devin Williams and Luke Weaver left for Queens, and several relievers were nontendered.
General Manager Brian Cashman says the team will rely on the pitching department to fill high-leverage roles without established options.
The Yankees added Angel Chivilli and retained Fernando Cruz, signaling strategy to refresh the bullpen.
Cashman calls the bullpen a work in progress, highlighting young prospects and recent additions.