Yankees reliever Luke Weaver struggles in playoffs due to mental distractions over pitch-tipping fears, raising doubts about his role.

Yankees reliever Luke Weaver continues to struggle in the playoffs, admitting mental distractions from pitch-tipping concerns are affecting his performance. Despite not actually tipping pitches, Weaver says constant adjustments have clouded his focus, contributing to a poor outing in Game 1 and another shaky appearance in Game 3. His inability to command under pressure has raised questions about his role, with manager Aaron Boone’s late-game decision to use him drawing criticism. While teammates remain confident, Weaver plans to simplify his approach and pitch without overthinking. His future with the team now hangs in the balance.