Year | W | L | Sv | Hold | IP | H | BB | SO | ER | ERA | WHIP | Rate |
2025 proj | 6 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 52.0 | 24 | 27 | 70 | 12 | 2.07 | 0.983 | 49.8 |
2024 | 7 | 2 | 33 | 2 | 61.7 | 23 | 28 | 85 | 8 | 1.17 | 0.827 | 95.1 |
2023 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 9 | 60.3 | 35 | 37 | 80 | 22 | 3.28 | 1.193 | 35.3 |
2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7.0 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 4 | 5.14 | 1.571 | -0.7 |
2020 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4.3 | 7 | 4 | 8 | 6 | 12.46 | 2.538 | -10.6 |
2019 | 0 | 5 | 41 | 0 | 60.7 | 41 | 13 | 101 | 8 | 1.19 | 0.890 | 87.6 |
2018 | 5 | 3 | 12 | 16 | 63.0 | 41 | 17 | 90 | 15 | 2.14 | 0.921 | 55.6 |
2017 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 56.7 | 44 | 19 | 88 | 25 | 3.97 | 1.112 | 21.3 |
2016 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 41.3 | 41 | 19 | 50 | 24 | 5.23 | 1.452 | 0.2 |
2015 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20.3 | 23 | 7 | 21 | 18 | 7.97 | 1.475 | -9.3 |
2014 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 36.0 | 33 | 15 | 42 | 15 | 3.75 | 1.333 | 7.4 |
Date | News |
2/11/25 | Kirby Yates can earn $100,000 as part of contract with Los Angeles Dodgers. Left-hander Kirby Yates can earn $100,000 in performance bonuses as part of his one-year, $13 million contract with the Dodgers. Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/kirby-yates-earn-100-000-... |
2/09/25 | MLB rumors: Rangers considering eye-opening Jon Gray change. The Texas Rangers had a disappointing 2024 season after their first World Championship. The strongest part of their team was the bullpen, with Kirby Yates and David Robertson shutting the door often. With neither of those pitchers on the team, Bruce Bochy is mulling a big move. The Rangers may move starter Jon Gray to the closer role, per Evan Grant of The Dallas Morning News. Source: https://clutchpoints.com/mlb-rumors-rangers-consid... |
2/06/25 | Former Angels Reliever Traded Away From World Series Champions. The Los Angeles Dodgers needed to make room in the bullpen for All-Star reliever Kirby Yates and in a surprising move they designated a former Los Angeles Angels reliever for assignment. Days later, the Dodgers found a trade partner in the Chicago Cubs. “I'm super excited to get to play in Wrigley and have it my home field,” Brasier said. The Dodgers added a cutter to his arsenal in 2023 to compliment his fastball but he struggled with the third pitch last season. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/angels/angels-news/former-a... |
2/05/25 | Dodgers trade reliever Ryan Brasier to Cubs. The Dodgers, who DFA’d Brasier last week in order to clear a roster spot for the signing of free agent reliever Kirby Yates, are expected to receive a player to be named later or cash considerations. Source: https://www.ocregister.com/2025/02/04/dodgers-trad... |
2/04/25 | Kauai native, veteran reliever Yates excited for deep run with Dodgers. Being a successful major league reliever requires a combination of natural skill, a remarkable ability to thrive under pressure, and relentless determination. Kirby Yates fits the bill of a true grinder. “I've kind of always said, nothing's really easy if it's worth it,” Yates said. The Kauai High alum recently signed a one-year, $13 million deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers and, at 37 years old, he's playing some of the best ball of his career. Source: https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2025/02/05/kauai-nat... |
1/31/25 | Kirby Yates joins Dodgers with hopes of increasing his postseason experience. The 37-year-old veteran has pitched just one inning in postseason play – a number he should be able to increase with the Dodgers next October. Source: https://www.ocregister.com/2025/01/31/kirby-yates-... |
1/30/25 | Kirby Yates latest addition to Dodgers' super bullpen. No content provided Source: https://www.mlb.com/news/kirby-yates-dodgers-free-... |
1/29/25 | Sources: Dodgers agree to $13M deal with Yates. The Dodgers agreed to a $13 million deal with reliever Kirby Yates, sources told ESPN, pushing their total offseason spending to more than $450 million. Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/43605330/sourc... |
1/29/25 | Sources: Dodgers agree to $13M deal with Yates. The Dodgers agreed to a $13 million deal with reliever Kirby Yates, sources told ESPN, pushing their total offseason spending to more than $450 million. Source: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/43605330/sourc... |
1/29/25 | MLB rumors: Dodgers sign reliever Kirby Yates, Mets' standoff with Pete Alonso could keep dragging. Here are your host stove rumors for Tuesday, Jan. 28 Source: https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/mlb-rumors-dodg... |
1/28/25 | Dodgers add closer Kirby Yates, pushing payroll to estimated $379 million: Report. The Dodgers keep adding to their payroll. Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/dodgers-add-closer-kirby-... |
1/26/25 | Texas Rangers Have Stealthy Closer Candidate Hiding in Bullpen Competition. The Texas Rangers need a closer. Kirby Yates has signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers. David Robertson doesn't appear to be walking through the door to make a return. President of baseball operations Chris Young said last week that the options are basically set, barring something unforeseen. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/rangers/news/texas-rangers-... |
1/22/25 | Texas Rangers Star Pitcher Predicted To Land With AL West Rival in Free Agency. The Texas Rangers pitching staff has undergone some major changes during the MLB offseason with several veterans looking as if they won't return. Closer Kirby Yates has agreed to a deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers, becoming the latest player to join the superteam the defending World Series champions have put together. Elite setup man David Robertson remains available in free agency and should see his market heat up soon. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/rangers/news/texas-rangers-... |
1/21/25 | Dodgers and Kirby Yates Reportedly Come to a Tentative Agreement. In an exciting move for baseball fans, the Los Angeles Dodgers have reportedly reached a tentative agreement with veteran relief pitcher Kirby Yates. This deal is still waiting for Yates to pass a physical examination, which is especially important given his recent injury history. This agreement with Yates is part of a busy offseason for the Dodgers, as they have been making significant additions to their roster. Just days before this announcement, the team signed Tanner Scott to a massive four-year contract worth $72 million. Source: https://republicmonews.com/2025/01/22/dodgers-kirb... |
1/21/25 | [Newsweek] - MLB Rumors: Dodgers Nearing Deal With Another Star Reliever After Tanner Scott Signing. The Los Angeles Dodgers reportedly are 'very likely' to sign reliever Kirby Yates after landing Tanner Scott. Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti... |
1/20/25 | Former Texas Rangers Closer Drew Interest From Dodgers Before Marquee Signing. Former Texas Rangers closer Kirby Yates is still waiting to find a home for the 2025 MLB season. Yates is coming off of a phenomenal showing in 2024 where he threw 61.2 innings and compiled a 1.17 ERA and 33 saves for the 2023 World Series champions. The Rangers signed Yates to a one-year, $4.5 million contract and he came through for the team despite the franchise failing to meet expectations just after winning their first franchise World Series. At 38 years old, Yates market has been limited this winter and he has an extensive injury history. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/rangers/news/former-texas-r... |
1/18/25 | All-Star Free Agent of Texas Rangers Could Fill Void for Kansas City Royals. After a disappointing campaign in 2024, the Texas Rangers are eagerly awaiting getting back on the field in 2025. Currently, Texas has what appears to be a strong starting rotation on paper with a nice mix of veterans and young starters. Joel Reuter of Bleacher Report recently spoke about Kirby Yates being a perfect player to fill a void in the Kansas City Royals' bullpen. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/rangers/news/all-star-free-... |
1/17/25 | Philadelphia Phillies Could Finish Bullpen Changes With 37-Year-Old All-Star. The Philadelphia Phillies have already made a couple of changes to their bullpen this season, but could put a bow on things with a free agent reliever that likely should have signed by now. As The Athletic continues to update their massive free agent big board as the offseason progresses, one of the top remaining players was listed as a fit for the Phillies. Former Texas Rangers All-Star reliever Kirby Yates is still up for grabs and could make a lot of sense for Philadelphia to pursue. The Phillies are already one of the oldest teams in baseball, so they might as well lean into it by giving someone that will turn 38 right before the season begins a new deal. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/phillies/news/philadelphia-... |
1/15/25 | Cubs looking at 33-save hurler as a bridge to youthful fireballer?. The Chicago Cubs appear poised to challenge for the top spot in the National League Central and reportedly are interested in signing a 33-save hurler before winter's end. Drew VonScio of Newsweek believes that the Cubs will eventually land two-time All-Star fireman Kirby Yates this winter to backstop the team's bullpen. Source: https://www.sportingnews.com/us/mlb/chicago-cubs/n... |
1/14/25 | Texas Rangers Offseason Moves Show Strong Commitment to Dominating AL West. The Texas Rangers didn't come close to defending their 2023 World Series championship during the 2024 season. Looking to ensure there isn't a repeat of that in 2025, the front office got to work fortifying the roster. A lot of those moves resulted in the team overhauling their bullpen, which looks like it will be without veterans Kirby Yates and David Robertson. The team signed Chris Martin, Hoby Milner, Jacob Webb and Shawn Armstrong to give Bruce Bochy a lot of depth to work with. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/rangers/news/texas-rangers-... |