The New York Yankees didn’t bring Devin Williams to the Bronx expecting inconsistency, blowups, and a 5.44 ERA in August.

They expected dominance. They expected swagger. Instead, Williams has struggled to find himself—especially his fastball—and now he’s spiraling at the wrong time.

He arrived with the pedigree of an elite closer, known for his unhittable “airbender” changeup and wipeout strikeout numbers.

A Star Reliever Suddenly Looks Lost on the Mound

Last year, Williams struck out nearly 43 percent of the batters he faced. This year, that number’s plunged to just under 30.

That’s not just a small dip—it’s a red flag. And it points to one thing: he’s lost command of his fastball.

Pitching coach Matt Blake didn’t sugarcoat it. “We’ve got to keep working to find the fastball command

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