Paul Sewald comments on joining Blue Jays after waiver claim
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 1:30 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Paul Sewald spoke to reporters following his acquisition by the Toronto Blue Jays after being designated for assignment by the Arizona Diamondbacks. Sewald expressed enthusiasm about joining his new team and eagerness to contribute as the Blue Jays navigate several pitching injuries. Prior to the trade, he had a challenging season, posting a 6.23 ERA in 45 appearances for Arizona but recorded 24 saves. The Blue Jays are currently 2 games back from the final American League Wild Card spot after a recent shutout loss to the Boston Red Sox, making Sewald's experience valuable as they push for a playoff berth.
- •Sewald joins Blue Jays after waiver claim from the Diamondbacks.
- •He posted a 6.23 ERA in 45 games with Arizona.
- •Toronto's bullpen faces injuries and struggles.
- •The Blue Jays are 2 GB of the final AL Wild Card spot.
- •Toronto lost 7-0 to the Red Sox in their last game.
- 1:30 AMYahoo Sports — Paul Sewald Issues First Comments Since Joining Blue Jays
"New Toronto Blue Jays reliever Paul Sewald shared his first comments since joining his new squad late in the season. The Blue Jays acquired Sewald via a waiver claim after his former team, the Arizona Diamondbacks, had designated him for assignment. Now in Toronto, Sewald issued his first statements since joining his new club. Paul […] The post Paul Sewald Issues First Comments Since Joining Blue Jays appeared first on HEAVY.
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