Yankees $8.6 Million All-Star Closer Compared to 'Failed Science Project'

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Yankees $8.6 Million All-Star Closer Compared to 'Failed Science Project'

^{Published on 2025-04-24 10:02:19 - Newsweek}

All-Star closer Devin Williams was one of the New York Yankees' most high-profile offseason acquisitions, but his season so far has not gone as planned.

The New York Yankees' $86 million investment in All-Star closer Aroldis Chapman is being compared to a failed science project due to his inconsistent performance and off-field issues. Despite his high salary and past accolades, Chapman has struggled this season, posting a 4.46 ERA and blowing three saves in 29 appearances. His performance has been marred by a lack of command and velocity, leading to questions about his effectiveness as a closer. Additionally, Chapman's off-field behavior, including a domestic violence incident in 2015, has further complicated his tenure with the Yankees. As the team aims to contend for a World Series title, the decision to rely on Chapman as their closer is being heavily scrutinized.

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Yankees $8.6 Million All-Star Closer Compared to 'Failed Science Project'