Despite recent additions to their bullpen, the New York Yankees are struggling to find a reliable closer as Devin Williams faltered again in a 5-3 loss to the Houston Astros. Williams, who gave up a two-run homer to Taylor Trammell in the 10th inning, has allowed 28 earned runs this season, surpassing his total from the previous three years. Manager Aaron Boone maintains that Williams will remain the team's closer, but his performance raises concerns.

In the game, Williams entered in the 10th after a solid but taxing outing from Luke Weaver. After allowing a leadoff single to Carlos Correa that gave the Astros a lead, Williams struck out Mauricio Dubón but ultimately surrendered a crucial homer. Boone's decision-making has come under scrutiny, especially as the Yankees drop in the AL East standings, now sitting third and struggling to secure a wild card spot, just ahead of the Cleveland Guardians and Texas Rangers.