July 31, 2023
Arizona Diamondbacks – The Diamondbacks have traded for closer Paul Sewald. We figure he’ll hold the same role in an Arizona bullpen that has had trouble finding ninth-inning stability, distributing at least three saves to four different pitchers (Kevin Ginkel, Andrew Chafin, Miguel Castro and Scott McGough).
Updated hierarchy: Sewald | Ginkel | Chafin.
Seattle Mariners – The Andres Munoz era has begun in Seattle. The Mariners traded closer Paul Sewald to the Diamondbacks and will likely hand the reins over to Munoz, who has a 2.96 ERA, a 1.15 WHIP and 12.2 K/9 in 24 games this season.
Updated hierarchy: Munoz | Topa | Brash.
