Diamondbacks remove Sewald from closer role, Garcia earns save

Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo has removed right-hander Paul Sewald from the closer's role, opting for a matchup strategy in the ninth inning. Left-hander Brandyn Garcia secured the first save opportunity post-Sewald, striking out two and walking one in a scoreless ninth during a 3-0 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 29. Sewald, who had converted 24 of 27 save chances this season, struggled with a significant drop in performance in recent weeks, prompting the change. Lovullo indicated that multiple pitchers, including Juan Morillo, Jonathan Loaisiga, and Kevin Ginkel, could share closer responsibilities moving forward. Right-hander Justin Martinez is expected to return from injury in early August, providing another potential option for the role.

• 11:18 PMYahoo Sports — Sewald is out as Diamondbacks' Torey Lovullo changes up closer's role