Aaron Boone, the manager of the New York Yankees, hasn’t given a direct two-word answer on the closer situation with Luke Weaver’s return. However, when asked about Weaver’s potential role upon his return, Boone mentioned that ¹:
– Current Situation : Weaver is nearing his return from a hamstring strain and has made significant progress in his recovery.
– Closer Role : Boone hasn’t committed to Weaver as the closer, instead praising Devin Williams’ recent performance and stating they’ll “figure out what makes the most sense” when Weaver returns.
– Bullpen Dynamics : The Yankees’ bullpen has performed well in Weaver’s absence, but his return would provide a boost. Williams has been effective as the closer, converting all four save opportunities since taking over the role.
Weaver’s return could impact the Yankees’ bullpen dynamics, and Boone’s decision on the closer role will likely depend on the team’s performance and the players’ form. With the Yankees struggling recently, having both Weaver and Williams healthy could provide valuable flexibility in the late innings ².
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