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Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / September 3

Reliever Paul Sewald has been a successful, underrated addition for Blue Jays

The 36-year-old struggled with a 6.23 ERA across 45 appearances for the Diamondbacks before being designated for assignment in August.

Blue Jays announce moves as rosters expand

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MLB News / Bluejaysnation / August 14

Blue Jays activate Paul Sewald, option Lazaro Estrada to Triple-A Buffalo

The Toronto Blue Jays’ bullpen is set to receive some reinforcements before their pivotal series opener against the New York Yankees. Paul Sewald, who

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New York Yankees News / Viral Sports News / August 12

Yankees Almost Acquired Intriguing Strikeout Artist

The New York Yankees, already boasting one of the stronger bullpens in Major League Baseball this season, briefly explored the idea of adding another experienced arm to their mix.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / August 12

2026 Transactions: Blue Jays Claim Sewald, Mariners Sign Effross

Paul Sewald quickly found a new home. Days after he was designated for assignment by the Diamondbacks, the Blue Jays claimed the veteran reliever off waivers.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / August 12

Blue Jays plan to activate Paul Sewald for series opener versus Yankees

Recently acquired reliever Paul Sewald will join the Blue Jays’ bullpen in the coming days. Claimed off waivers from the Arizona Diamondbacks on Wednesday, Sewald is currently en route to Toronto and is expected to arrive around first pitch for Thursday’s series finale against the Boston Red Sox.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 12

Blue Jays claim RHP Paul Sewald off waivers from D-backs

The Toronto Blue Jays claimed right-handed reliever Paul Sewald off waivers from the Arizona Diamondbacks on Wednesday. In order to add Sewald to the 40-man roster, the Blue Jays recalled right-hander Jake Bloss and placed him on the 60-day injured list.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / August 12

Why did this AL East team claim former Diamondbacks closer Paul Sewald?

TORONTO – For Diamondbacks fans, Paul Sewald getting claimed by the Toronto Blue Jays per Steve Gilbert is raising questions after how he just performed for Arizona.

MLB News / Bluejaysnation / August 12

Report: Blue Jays claim veteran reliever Paul Sewald after Diamondbacks DFA

The Toronto Blue Jays have acquired some help for their fatigued bullpen. Former Arizona Diamondbacks closer Paul Sewald was claimed off waivers by the Blue Jays on Wednesday, according to multiple reports.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / August 12

Sewald finds new home with Blue Jays following DFA by D-backs

Paul Sewald finds new home with Blue Jays following DFA by Diamondbacks

Across 39 innings pitched for the Diamondbacks this season, he logged a 6.23 ERA with 44 strikeouts and a 1.10 WHIP.

Diamondbacks parting ways with veteran reliever

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 13

Blue Jays claim Paul Sewald

The Blue Jays have claimed veteran reliever Paul Sewald off waivers from the Diamondbacks, reports Steve Gilbert of MLB.com. Arizona had designated Sewald for assignment earlier in the week.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Seattle Mariners on SI / August 11

Ex-Mariners Closer Paul Sewald DFA’d Weeks After Losing Diamondbacks Closer Job

Paul Sewald received the full experience of how quickly a closer can lose their job and become a roster casualty. The Arizona Diamondbacks DFA’d Sewald on Aug 10.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 10

Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo gets brutally honest on Paul Sewald DFA decision

The Arizona Diamondbacks made the decision to DFA Paul Sewald hours before Monday’s contest against the Colorado Rockies. It was a move that cleared up roster space for right-handed pitcher Zack Littell, as the 10-year veteran has largely struggled this year.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / August 10

2026 Transactions: D-Backs DFA Sewald, Royals Sign Kimbrel

Add another team to the lengthy list of clubs that Craig Kimbrel has, and will, pitch for. Kimbrel joined the Royals on August 10, a day that saw notable reliever movement.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / August 10

Sewald, Soroka Moves Headline Diamondbacks' 4-Player Roster Shuffle

The Arizona Diamondbacks have shuffled their pitching staff in a new roster move. Just announced on Monday afternoon, the Diamondbacks made the ultimate tough decision to designate closer Paul Sewald for assignment, as was was first reported by Arizona Sports insider John Gambadoro.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Field Level Media / August 10

Reports: D-backs will DFA Paul Sewald, add Zack Littell

The Arizona Diamondbacks are designating veteran right-handed reliever Paul Sewald for assignment after his recent funk, multiple outlets reported Monday afternoon.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / August 10

Paul Sewald’s second stint with the Diamondbacks comes to an end

PHOENIX — With injured players making their way back to the active roster, the Arizona Diamondbacks have designated former closer Paul Sewald for assignment, according to Arizona Sports’ John Gambadoro.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 10

Diamondbacks To Designate Paul Sewald For Assignment

The Diamondbacks will designate right-hander Paul Sewald for assignment, reports John Gambadoro of 98.7 FM Arizona Sports. Sewald returned to the Snakes on a one-year deal in free agency this past offseason and has spent the bulk of the season as Arizona’s closer.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Yardbarker / August 10

Diamondbacks parting ways with veteran reliever

He hadn't recorded a save since July 24 and was no longer being used in his usual closer role.

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Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 29

D-Backs Remove Paul Sewald From Closer Role

The Diamondbacks are moving to a closer by committee approach for the time being, manager Torey Lovullo told reporters (link via Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports). Paul Sewald, who has all but four of the team’s 28 saves, will move to lower-leverage spots.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / July 29

Diamondbacks escape with win, but Paul Sewald concerns remain

PITTSBURGH — The Arizona Diamondbacks’ 8-7 extra-inning win over the Pittsburgh Pirates Tuesday night was a nail-biter. More importantly, it continued to raise one question: Is Paul Sewald still the right person to close games?

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / July 22

Paul Sewald is saving games, but will the Diamondbacks need to readdress the closer role?

PHOENIX — The closing pitcher role has been one of the most debated roles for the Arizona Diamondbacks, and after Tuesday’s matchup against the Athletics, those conversations are only intensifying.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 27

Diamondbacks Closer Paul Sewald Reaches Major Career Milestone

The Arizona Diamondbacks have certainly been getting their money's worth of the $1.5 million deal they gave right-handed closer Paul Sewald this offseason.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 7

D-backs Closer Paul Sewald Re-Launches Heartwarming Charity Effort

After a year away from the Arizona Diamondbacks, returning closer Paul Sewald has re-launched his charity efforts in the Phoenix area. Sewald's Strikeouts 4 Kids, in partnership with the Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation and Child Crisis Arizona, will make its return to the valley.