Luke Weaver Goes Viral: Inside the Pitching Masterclass Lighting Up MLB Fans Tonight

Workhorse in May Luke Weaver’s arm has barely cooled this month. The right-hander logged his fifth appearance in seven days Monday night in Anaheim, shutting the door on a 5-1 victory even after a 21-pitch adventure in the thin air of Colorado the day before. Manager Aaron Boone admitted he was “a little in between” about using his closer again, but trusted Weaver with a four-run cushion—then promised him a hard-earned day off. Numbers that Jump Off the Page Through 22⅔ innings, Weaver owns a microscopic 0.40 ERA, a 0.53 WHIP and seven saves. Opponents are hitting just .112 against a riding four-seam fastball that averages 95 mph and a parachuting changeup that registers a 41 percent whiff rate. His 23 strikeouts to two walks underline the laser precision that has moved him ahead of Devin Williams on the depth chart. From Waiver Wire to Bronx Mainstay New York plucked Weaver off waivers on 12 September 2023, a move most fans greeted with a shrug. Fifteen months later he’s indispensable. The former first-round pick seized ninth-inning duties in August 2024, excelled in October, and carried the momentum straight into 2025. His postseason mettle—outside one Jhonkensy Noel blast—convinced the front office he could anchor the bullpen for a contender. What the Extension Could Look Like Industry chatter now centers on a three-year, $39 million pact, mirroring the deal Jeff Hoffman landed in Toronto. At 31, Weaver would gain security; the Yankees would lock in late-inning stability without venturing into nine-figure closer territory. Sources indicate preliminary talks could begin as soon as the West-Coast trip ends. Why Weaver Matters in October New York’s rotation—Max Fried, Will Warren and Ryan Yarbrough—has been lights-out, but the path to a 28th title still funnels through high-leverage outs. Weaver’s four-seamer/changeup combo neutralizes both lefties (.083 BA) and righties (.137 BA), allowing Boone to shorten games to eight innings. His calm demeanor—evident when he escaped a walk-single jam against the Angels—has already earned trust in the clubhouse. Looking Ahead The Yankees continue their California swing with two more in Anaheim before a marquee set at Dodger Stadium. Weaver is expected to be unavailable Tuesday but could return Wednesday depending on workload. If extension momentum builds, an announcement could arrive before the club returns to the Bronx next week. For now, the Yankees have found an unlikely star. From waiver claim to potential multimillion-dollar closer, Luke Weaver’s ascent is the feel-good bullpen story of 2025—and a key reason New York sits atop the American League standings.