Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Paul Sewald

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Paul Sewald made an impact.

Paul Sewald is an American professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the Arizona Diamondbacks in MLB. Prior to joining the Diamondbacks, he played for the New York Mets, Seattle Mariners, Cleveland Guardians, and Detroit Tigers. He played college baseball at the University of San Diego.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2008: Undrafted Out of High School

In 2008, Paul Sewald was undrafted out of high school and enrolled at the University of San Diego to play college baseball for the San Diego Toreros.

2008: All-State Honors

In 2008, Sewald's senior year at Bishop Gorman High School, he achieved a 7–0 win–loss record and a 1.57 ERA, leading to All-State honors.

2012: Senior Year at San Diego Toreros

In 2012, during his senior year, Paul Sewald pitched to an 8–4 record with a 3.09 ERA in 15 games for the San Diego Toreros.

2012: Drafted by the New York Mets

In 2012, the New York Mets selected Paul Sewald in the tenth round of the Major League Baseball draft and he signed with them for a $1,000 bonus. He then made his professional debut with the Brooklyn Cyclones, pitching to a 0–2 record with a 1.88 ERA.

2013: Savannah Sand Gnats Season

In 2013, Paul Sewald played with the Savannah Sand Gnats, achieving a 3–2 record and a 1.77 ERA in 35 relief appearances.

2014: St. Lucie and Binghamton Mets Season

In 2014, Paul Sewald started the season with the St. Lucie Mets and was promoted to the Binghamton Mets, achieving an overall record of 5-1 with a 1.92 ERA in 43 appearances. He also played in the Arizona Fall League after the regular season.

2015: Binghamton Mets and Pan American Games

In 2015, Paul Sewald played for Binghamton and achieved a 3–0 record with a 1.75 ERA in 44 games. He also earned a silver medal playing for the United States national baseball team at the 2015 Pan American Games.

2016: Las Vegas 51s Season

In 2016, Paul Sewald played for the Las Vegas 51s, recording a 5–3 record with a 3.29 ERA in a career-high 65+2⁄3 innings pitched.

April 8, 2017: MLB Debut

On April 8, 2017, Paul Sewald was promoted to the major leagues and made his MLB debut for the Mets against the Miami Marlins, allowing two runs in a third of an inning.

May 26, 2019: Designated for Assignment

On May 26, 2019, Paul Sewald was designated for assignment by the Mets, following the promotion of Rajai Davis.

September 24, 2019: First MLB Win

On September 24, 2019, Paul Sewald earned his first MLB win in a walk-off win against the Miami Marlins, ending his streak of 118 major-league appearances without a win.

December 2, 2020: Non-Tendered by Mets

On December 2, 2020, Paul Sewald was non-tendered by the New York Mets.

January 7, 2021: Signs with Seattle Mariners

On January 7, 2021, Paul Sewald signed a minor league contract with the Seattle Mariners organization.

2021: Breakout Season with the Mariners

In 2021, Paul Sewald enjoyed a breakout season with the Seattle Mariners, achieving a 10–3 record with a 3.06 ERA and striking out 104 batters.

2022: Season with the Mariners

In 2022, Paul Sewald posted a record of 5–4 with a 2.67 ERA and 20 saves in 64 innings for the Seattle Mariners.

January 13, 2023: Contract with the Mariners

On January 13, 2023, Paul Sewald agreed to a one-year, $4.1 million contract with the Seattle Mariners, avoiding salary arbitration.

July 31, 2023: Traded to the Arizona Diamondbacks

On July 31, 2023, Paul Sewald was traded by the Seattle Mariners to the Arizona Diamondbacks.

2024: Removed from Closer's Role

In 2024, after multiple blown saves and an inflation of his ERA to 4.23, manager Torey Lovullo announced that Paul Sewald would be removed from the Arizona Diamondbacks closer's role.