Arizona Diamondbacks’ Roster Undergoes Significant Changes

On a beautiful Sunday afternoon, the Arizona Diamondbacks announced a series of changes to their team roster. Right-handed pitcher Paul Sewald was placed on the 15-day injured list due to neck discomfort. This move is retroactive to the previous Thursday, providing Sewald with necessary rest.

Paul Sewald Joins the Injured List

34-year-old Sewald has been an instrumental part of the Diamondbacks’ bullpen, but recently experienced discomfort on his left neck side. His last appearance on the mound was on September 8, where he allowed two hits and one run during a 12-6 victory over the Houston Astros. Despite starting the season on the injured list due to a strained left oblique, Sewald has managed to record 16 saves, a 4.31 ERA, and 43 strikeouts in 42 relief appearances this season.

Sewald: A Glance at His Career

Throughout his career, Sewald has delivered notable performances for the New York Mets (2017-20), Seattle Mariners (2021-23), and the Diamondbacks. He boasts a career record of 20-25, with 84 saves and a 4.09 ERA in 359 relief appearances.

Diamondbacks Reinstate Gabriel Moreno

In more positive news, the Diamondbacks reinstated catcher Gabriel Moreno from the 10-day injured list. The 24-year-old had previously suffered a strained left adductor, which he incurred during an August 5 game against the Cleveland Guardians. This season, Moreno has a batting average of .262, with five home runs and 41 RBIs in 86 games.

Moreno: An Overview of His Career

Moreno, who debuted with the Toronto Blue Jays in 2022 and later joined the Diamondbacks in 2023, has a career batting average of .279. He has also recorded 13 home runs and 98 RBIs in 222 games.

Additional Roster Moves

In addition to these changes, rookie left-hander Blake Walston has been recalled from Triple-A Reno. The 23-year-old, who made his major league debut on May 1, has a 2.84 ERA in three games.

Simultaneously, right-handed pitcher Dylan Floro was designated for assignment. The 33-year-old, who was acquired from the Washington Nationals in a July 30 trade, has a 9.37 ERA in 15 relief appearances for the Diamondbacks.

Floro: A Recap of His Career

Floro has amassed a 32-26 record with 32 saves and a 3.49 ERA in 396 relief appearances for eight different teams since 2016, demonstrating his experience and versatility.

This reshuffling of the Arizona Diamondbacks’ roster reflects their commitment to maintaining a healthy, high-performing team, even in the face of adversity.