Overview

• Williams recorded a scoreless eighth inning to protect a one-run lead as New York beat Toronto 4-3.
• He struck out Vladimir Guerrero Jr. on a 3-2 changeup after pinch hitter Addison Barger singled and stole second.
• Working around a walk, he induced groundouts from Alejandro Kirk and Ty France to escape the jam.
• Boone called the performance “huge,” noting Williams navigated the heart of the Blue Jays’ order.
• The victory kept the Yankees within two games of first place, as recent stretches from David Bednar, Luke Weaver and Fernando Cruz hint at a steadier bullpen despite Williams’ roughly 5.50 ERA and negative bWAR.