David Bednar Avoids Arbitration, Signs $9M Deal with Yankees

David Bednar has agreed to a one-year, $9 million contract with the New York Yankees, avoiding arbitration and securing his position as the team's primary closer for the 2026 season. Following a rocky start to 2025 with Pittsburgh, he was traded to the Yankees in late July. Bednar then posted a strong 2.19 ERA, 0.93 WHIP, 10 saves (13 opportunities), and a 35:9 K:BB across 24.2 innings in 22 outings for New York, cementing his role.