Paul Sewald

Paul Sewald secured his 15th save of the season in a 3-0 victory over the Cubs.

Fantasy Impact

He allowed one hit and struck out one in a clean inning of work. This outing is a typical reflection of Sewald's season, where he has maintained a solid 3.09 ERA and a stellar 0.86 WHIP over 26 appearances. His ability to limit base runners and consistently close games is a boon for fantasy managers in need of reliable saves. Despite a slightly concerning 4.29 FIP, which suggests some underlying risks, his high strikeout-to-walk ratio and low BABIP indicate that he can continue to be a dependable option in the bullpen. Fantasy managers should keep riding Sewald's wave of success, especially in leagues that value saves heavily.

Paul Sewald notched his 14th save of the season, allowing two hits and striking out two in a scoreless inning as the Diamondbacks topped the Cubs 5-2 on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

This performance continues to solidify Sewald's role as a reliable closer for Arizona, especially given his impressive 3.22 ERA and 0.85 WHIP this season. His ability to maintain a high strikeout rate (8.9 K/9) while keeping the walks down adds to his fantasy value, particularly in leagues that value WHIP and saves. However, his slightly elevated FIP (4.42) suggests some caution, indicating potential regression. Fantasy managers should keep riding the wave with Sewald but stay alert for any shifts in his performance metrics.

Paul Sewald secured his 13th save of the season in a nail-biting 1-0 victory over the Braves.

Fantasy Impact

He allowed one hit and struck out one in a clean inning of work. This performance, marked by efficiency and control, underscores a season where Sewald has been a reliable option in the backend of games, despite a slightly elevated ERA of 3.54. His impressive WHIP of 0.84 and a strong strikeout-to-walk ratio of 4.75 continue to make him a valuable asset in fantasy leagues, particularly in categories that reward saves and WHIP. While his FIP suggests some underlying concerns, his ability to close games should keep him relevant in fantasy circles.

Paul Sewald secured his 12th save of the season in a clean inning as the Diamondbacks edged out the Braves 7-5.

Fantasy Impact

He threw eight pitches, allowing no hits, walks, or runs, though he didn't record any strikeouts. This performance was a much needed bounce back for the closer for Arizona. His strikeout numbers might not dazzle, but his ability to suppress hits (evidenced by a .170 BABIP) and manage tight situations without yielding runs is a boon for fantasy managers needing stable save sources. Despite a somewhat high FIP, Sewald's consistency in save situations should keep him rostered in most fantasy formats.

Paul Sewald delivered a pristine performance in the Diamondbacks' 3-0 victory over the Athletics.

Fantasy Impact

He threw 10 pitches in a clean inning, allowing no hits or walks while striking out one and securing the save. This outing further cements Sewald's role as a reliable closer, with his season ERA dipping to an impressive 0.57 and his WHIP standing at 0.51. His consistent ability to shut down opponents without allowing runs or free passes enhances his fantasy value, especially in leagues that reward saves and WHIP. With 11 saves and no blown saves this season, Sewald remains a top-tier option for fantasy managers in need of a dependable closer.