The ruthless Yankees approach to their bullpen requires options they don’t have
The New York Yankees have adopted a ruthless approach to their bullpen, prioritizing performance over personal feelings. This season, they have shown a willingness to make tough decisions, such as allowing José Caballero to take the shortstop position while Anthony Volpe recovers from surgery. The team's strategy reflects a shift towards a more pragmatic mindset in player selection.
- ▪The Yankees have been described as colder this season, focusing on deserving players.
- ▪José Caballero won the shortstop job while Anthony Volpe was on the mend.
- ▪In 2022, Aaron Boone replaced Aroldis Chapman with Clay Holmes as closer.
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Joel Sherman The ruthless Yankees approach to their bullpen requires options they don’t have By Joel Sherman Published May 19, 2026, 7:00 a.m. ET David Bednar throws a pitch en route to recording a save against the Rangers on May 5, 2026. Jason Szenes for the NY Post See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google That Clay Holmes, Luke Weaver and Devin Williams were in the opposing dugout to the Yankees over the weekend at Citi Field should be a reminder that the organization did not just come by ruthlessness this season. There has been a belief that the Yankees are colder this year, more willing to ignore feelings in search of putting the most deserving player on the field.
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