Devin Williams

Devin Williams is going to miss at least three months of the season due to a stress fracture in his back. The injury news makes him a late-round draft-and-hope option. He saved 36 games in 2023 and struck out 87 in 58 2/3 innings. He had a sparkling ERA of 1.53, though this was somewhat misleading, with an xERA of 2.75 and an xFIP of 2.79. Williams consistently gives up more walks than fantasy managers would like, but we forgive him due to his 99th percentile K% (37.7 in 2023). Even with the walks, he finished with a 0.92 WHIP.

Devin Williams Seals the Deal Against Pirates

Devin Williams notched another save in Thursday's 5-2 victory over the Pirates, allowing just one hit while striking out one.

Fantasy Impact

This performance underscores his reliability as a closer this season, boasting a stellar 1.31 ERA and a 0.97 WHIP over 21 appearances. With a K/9 rate of 16.5, Williams continues to be a strikeout machine, enhancing his value in leagues that reward such stats. His ability to maintain a low ERA and WHIP, coupled with a high strikeout rate and minimal blown saves, solidifies his role as a top-tier fantasy option among relievers. Fantasy managers should feel confident keeping him active in all formats, expecting more saves and strikeouts as he maintains this form.