Overview
- The Yankees are installing David Bednar as the ninth-inning option with Camilo Doval earmarked for setup duties, solidifying a post-deadline bullpen hierarchy.
- Doval drew a vote of confidence from Aaron Boone, who cited an efficient winter and mechanical cleanup following late-season adjustments.
- After allowing 10 earned runs and nine walks over his first 16 games with New York, Doval ended the regular season with six straight scoreless outings and contributed in the playoffs.
- Bednar delivered elite 2025 production, while Doval’s profile remains high-upside yet volatile with a 3.58 ERA, a 1.32 WHIP, and an estimated 12.6% walk rate despite premium velocity and ground-ball tendencies.
- Given Doval’s command risk, reporting indicates the Yankees could seek a veteran relief cushion or pursue rotation help, with Luis Gil mentioned by some outlets as a possible trade chip.