Blue Jays Claim Veteran Pitcher From Diamondbacks
The Toronto Blue Jays have made a move, as they have claimed pitcher Paul Sewald off waivers from the Arizona Diamondbacks.
The Toronto Blue Jays have bolstered their pitching staff by securing veteran reliever Paul Sewald from the Arizona Diamondbacks. According to MLB.com's Steve Gilbert, the Blue Jays have claimed Sewald off waivers, following the Diamondbacks' designation of the 10-year MLB veteran for assignment. This move is expected, given the Blue Jays' ongoing injury woes and their need for additional pitching depth.
The acquisition of Sewald offers him a new opportunity to rebuild his 2026 season, which has been plagued by a 2-5 record and a 6.23 ERA in 45 games. Before this season, Sewald had a respectable 4.31 ERA over 42 games with the Cleveland Guardians and Detroit Tigers. Over his 426-game MLB career, spanning the New York Mets, Seattle Mariners, Guardians, Tigers, and Diamondbacks, Sewald boasts a 23-31 record, a 4.30 ERA, and 110 saves. It remains to be seen whether Sewald can make a significant impact with the Blue Jays.
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