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Devin Williams aims for return to Mets bullpen this weekend

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 12:27 AM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Devin Williams aims for return to Mets bullpen this weekend

Summary

Devin Williams, dealing with a strained right shoulder since August 8, is set to face hitters on Thursday. The Mets pitcher hopes to rejoin the bullpen ahead of this weekend's games. Williams has expressed a desire to skip minor league rehab assignments. He has recorded 16 saves in 19 chances this season, with a 4.66 ERA, after an earlier stretch of 31 appearances with a 2.73 ERA. His latest outings before injury included giving up three runs over two innings. His teammate, Kodai Senga, has successfully converted all save opportunities since stepping in as closer.

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Status Watch

•Williams last pitched on August 8 due to shoulder strain.
•He is scheduled to face hitters on Thursday.
•Williams hopes to return without a rehab stint.
•He has a 4.66 ERA with 16 saves this season.
•Kodai Senga has converted all seven save opportunities since Williams's injury.

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12:27 AMYahoo Sports — Devin Williams hopes to be nearing return for Mets

What they're saying

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Devin Williams, sidelined with a strained right shoulder since Aug. 8, is scheduled to face hitters Thursday and hopes to return to the New York Mets’ bullpen this weekend. Williams would like to avoid a minor league injury rehabilitation assignment. “Going to face hitters Thursday, as it stands now,” Williams said before the Mets faced the Baltimore Orioles.
— Yahoo Sportsby JERRY BEACH

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