Blue Jays claim Sewald

The Toronto Blue Jays have claimed veteran reliever Paul Sewald off waivers from the Arizona Diamondbacks. Photo: Toronto Blue Jays

August 12, 2026

Official Toronto Blue Jays News Release

The Toronto Blue Jays have claimed RHP Paul Sewald off waivers from the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Sewald, 36, has appeared in 45 contests for the Diamondbacks this season, posting a 6.23 ERA with a 1.10 WHIP, a .228 opponent average, a 5.5% walk rate, and a 27.0% strikeout rate, while ranking tied for fourth in the NL in saves (24).

The right-hander from Las Vegas, Nev., was selected by the New York Mets in the 10th round of the 2012 First-Year Player Draft out of the University of San Diego, making his MLB debut with the club in 2017. Over 10 MLB seasons, Sewald has suited up for the Mets, Mariners, Diamondbacks, Guardians, and Tigers, appearing in 426 games, posting a 4.30 ERA with a 1.14 WHIP, a .220 opponent average, a 7.8% walk rate, a 28.4% strikeout rate, and 110 saves.

Additionally, RHP Jake Bloss has been recalled to the major league roster and placed on the 60-day injured list.