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Devin Williams is under heavy scrutiny from New York Yankees fans after another rough outing sparked outrage online. The reliever, known for his once-dominant performances, has already allowed 13 runs this season — the same number he gave up across the combined 2023 and 2024 MLB seasons. This total is now tied for the second-most runs he’s conceded in any single season throughout his career.
On May 5, Williams faltered again, prompting a wave of frustration from fans across social media. The breaking point for many came after he walked Tyler Wade, setting up a two-run single by Xander Bogaerts. Despite Luke Weaver being charged with the earned run, the internet squarely placed the blame on Williams.
Here’s a look at some of the reactions:
I’m so done with Devin Williams throwing away nearly perfect starts.
— JP_YankeesGirl (@90syankskid) May 6, 2025
Devin Williams single handedly losing the Yankees multiple games and it is only May 5th.
He has been a disaster.
— Amanda (@nhljackhughes) May 6, 2025
It’s unreal how bad Devin Williams has been for the Yankees. Dude basically has to go 4 months without giving up a run for that trade to pay off at this point.
— Chris Castellani (@Castellani2014) May 6, 2025
If Devin Williams blows this because he walked Tyler Wade he may need to be banished for good
— Stanzo (@ncostanzo24) May 6, 2025
Two-run single for Xander Bogaerts. First earned run of the season allowed by Luke Weaver, but this is on Devin Williams.
— Bryan Hoch ⚾️ (@BryanHoch) May 6, 2025
I can't stand Devin Williams anymore
Leave his ass in the pen in any game we are not up by 7
— Yankees Have No Clutch (Corey) (@Saquon_Gleyber) May 6, 2025
Fire Devin Williams directly into the sun
— Pinstripe Alley (@pinstripealley) May 6, 2025
If Luke Weaver blows this I will not be happy with him but this still falls on Devin Williams for walking Tyler Wade
— Ryan Garcia (@RyanGarciaESM) May 6, 2025
Anemic offense, Devin Williams being deplorable, boneheaded defense. That’s Yankees baseball, Suzyn.
— roseanne 🥀 (@HoodieFrazier) May 6, 2025
Williams, acquired in a major off-season move, was expected to bolster the Yankees’ bullpen. However, with nearly two months of the season gone, his performance has sparked concern about whether that trade will pay off at all.
As pressure mounts, the Yankees and Williams have some work to do to restore faith in the team’s late-inning pitching.