Now Reading: Arizona Diamondbacks designate Paul Sewald, add Zack Littell
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Arizona Diamondbacks designate Paul Sewald, add Zack Littell
The Story in Brief
The Story in Brief
Multiple outlets reported Monday that the Arizona Diamondbacks are designating right-handed reliever Paul Sewald for assignment. Sewald, 36, had 24 saves this season but was demoted from the closer role after blowing a save against the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 28, his third blown save. He has a 6.23 ERA overall after allowing 17 earned runs and seven homers over his last 10.2 innings.
The move opens a roster spot for right-hander Zack Littell, who the Diamondbacks agreed to terms with Sunday. Littell was released by the Washington Nationals on Friday after going 7-8 with a 4.97 ERA and a majors-high 25 homers allowed. Over nine seasons with six teams, Littell has a 4.05 ERA in 257 appearances, mostly as a starter with the Tampa Bay Rays from 2023-25.
The Indian Opinion
The narrative that Paul Sewald is finished ignores his 24 saves this season and a 3.18 ERA as recently as June. His slump over 10.2 innings has been ugly, but he is a proven reliever with 110 career saves. The real test is whether Zack Littell, who gave up 25 home runs, can hold a lead. If Littell falters, the Diamondbacks will face a bigger question: did they move too fast on Sewald?
Source: hindustantimes.com
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