Brewers won't have top reliever Devin Williams vs. Dodgers

ByABC News
September 30, 2020, 2:19 PM

Milwaukee Brewers rookie right-hander Devin Williams, one of the best relievers in baseball this season, has been left off the team's roster for its wild-card series against the top-seeded Los Angeles Dodgers.

He is dealing with an arm issue, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Williams, 26, was 4-1 with a 0.33 ERA in 27 innings this season, striking out 53 batters with just nine walks. He struck out 53% of batters faced this season, the highest percentage in MLB history by a pitcher with at least 20 innings pitched, according to ESPN Stats & Information.

His changeup -- known as the "Airbender" -- has made him a fan favorite on social media. Opponents are 2-for-62 (.032) against it, the lowest opponent average on a single pitch this season (minimum 50 plate appearances), according to ESPN Stats & Info.