NEW YORK (AP) — Devin Williams started hearing boos just 18 pitches into his New York Yankees’ career, making the Division Series cheers especially satisfying.

“It’s nice to feel appreciated sometimes. Yeah, it was definitely a lot better than what I’ve heard for much of the year,” he said.

Williams had his first multi-inning appearance in more than two years, part of 6 2/3 scoreless innings by Yankees relievers as New York rallied for a 9-6 win Tuesday night that forced the AL Division Series against the Toronto Blue Jays to a Game 4.

A two-time All-Star acquired from Milwaukee in December, Williams had a career-worst 4.79 ERA and 18 saves in 22 chances. He’s pitched 3 1/3 scoreless innings over three postseason games.

“Proud of him for going through certainly some, I’m sure, very tou

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