BREAKING: Yankees CLOSER OUT 4-6 WEEKS?! Latest Injury Hits Bullpen HARD! 🚨😱

The New York Yankees have suffered a major setback in their bullpen, as closer Luke Weaver is expected to miss four to six weeks with a hamstring injury, per ESPN’s Jeff Passan. Weaver sustained the injury while warming up ahead of Sunday night’s game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. He had pitched the night before during an 18-2 loss, having not seen game action for a few days. While the team hasn’t officially placed him on the injured list, that move is expected soon, with a more detailed timeline for his recovery likely to come by Tuesday.

Weaver, 31, has been excellent this season, posting a 1.05 ERA, 0.701 WHIP, and eight saves over 25 2/3 innings. He’s struck out 24 and walked just seven in 24 appearances.

His absence now raises questions about the Yankees’ closing situation. Weaver had recently reclaimed the role from Devin Williams, who struggled early in the season but has since settled into the setup role. Manager Aaron Boone recently expressed satisfaction with that bullpen alignment, though he noted Williams could return to closing duties down the line — which may now come sooner than expected.

The Yankees may also rely more on other high-leverage arms such as Tim Hill, Ian Hamilton, Mark Leiter Jr., and Jonathan Loáisiga, who just returned from injury. Despite some early hiccups, the bullpen has been a strength for New York this season and remains a key part of their success atop the AL East.