The New York Yankees are likely heading into the 2026 MLB season with a group that looks very similar to the one that fell short in the divisional round last year.
Even so, there is still legitimate hope for a deeper postseason run, thanks in large part to the return of right-hander Gerrit Cole and the retention of every major contributor from an offense that finished as one of the most productive units in baseball.
But one glaring weakness remains, and it has only grown more concerning as the offseason has unfolded: the bullpen.
New York has taken noticeable hits in relief depth, with right-handers Luke Weaver and Devin Williams both choosing to head across town to join the New York Mets, leaving the Yankees with far fewer high-leverage options than they had a year ago.