Overview
- David Bednar is expected to handle the ninth inning in 2026, with Camilo Doval slated for high-leverage setup work.
- Doval’s early Yankees stint was rocky with 10 earned runs and nine walks over his first 16 appearances before six straight scoreless outings to end the regular season and solid postseason work.
- Coaches say adjustments to Doval’s pre-pitch setup and delivery improved his strike-throwing, reinforcing confidence in his late-inning role.
- Doval brings elite velocity and ground-ball traits but remains a volatility risk after a 1.32 WHIP and bottom-tier walk rate in 2025.
- New York acquired Doval at the deadline for four prospects, and coverage suggests the club could still seek a veteran bullpen safeguard while exploring rotation trades that may include Luis Gil.