Williams’ New York tenure hit a rough patch as he allowed the go-ahead run in the eighth and was ejected for arguing balls and strikes. Through 53 innings this season he sits 3-6 with a 5.60 ERA and 1.19 WHIP, highlighting volatility in NYY’s bullpen and a shaky path to high-leverage duties down the stretch.

Williams entered the eighth tied 4-4 but allowed four earned runs in 2/3 of an inning, triggering a shift in momentum and a managerial ejection for arguing balls and strikes. His outing amplified concerns about the Yankees' bullpen depth in a tight stretch drive, with fantasy managers eyeing his next appearance for volatility and potential bounce-back.

Williams reportedly lost his role, with the host declaring him done for fantasy purposes in redraft formats. The takeaway is clear: Williams’ workload and role are in flux, making him a risky roster ship in playoff rosters.

Williams is floated as a one-year, value-recovery target for Dodgers, a move that would add a proven high-leverage arm without long-term commitment. His signing would further shape the late-inning landscape and fantasy upside in holds and saves.

The Yankees are pushing Williams toward the closer role amid a mixed-relief group with Bednar and Doval as contingency options. If Williams settles in, NYY could stabilize late innings and produce steady save opportunities, though the crowded bullpen keeps relief odds fluid.