Mets optimistic about Devin Williams returning this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 9:21 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Devin Williams has not yet commenced a throwing progression, but Mets interim manager Andy Green expressed optimism about the closer returning before the end of the regular season. Williams is recovering from a shoulder strain that landed him on the injured list earlier this month. Despite an inconsistent first season with a 4.66 ERA, he converted 16 of 19 save opportunities. Kodai Senga has filled the ninth-inning role effectively, allowing only two runs and striking out nine batters in August. The Mets are not restricting Senga to a specific inning type if Williams returns.
- •Devin Williams has not yet started throwing.
- •Andy Green is hopeful Williams will return this season.
- •Williams has a 4.66 ERA with 16 saves in 19 chances.
- •Kodai Senga has excelled in the closer role during Williams' absence.
- •Senga's potential role is flexible upon Williams' return.
- 9:21 PMYahoo Sports — Mets still ‘hope and anticipate’ for Devin Williams to return this season
"Devin Williams hasn’t started a throwing progression yet, but interim manager Andy Green said pregame Friday that the closer is getting close to doing so.
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