Why Paul Sewald? That question came to mind when the Guardians signed the 34-year-old reliever to a one-year guaranteed $7 million deal. There is a mutual option for $10 million in 2026. Rarely do mutual options become real deals because either party can refuse and negate the contract.
The Guardians and free agent reliever Paul Sewald agreed to a one-year deal that includes a mutual option for the 2026 season. The club has confirmed the signing.
The Guardians will pay Sewald a guaranteed $7 million, which includes a $1 million signing bonus, a $5 million base salary for 2025 and a $1 million buyout. The mutual option is worth $10 million. There is also $500,000 in performance bonuses.
The Guardians have prioritized adding to their rotation all winter long. Now, they’re adding some experience to their bullpen. The Guardians and free agent reliever Paul Sewald agreed on a one-year contract with a mutual option for 2026,
The Cleveland Guardians added yet another top reliever to their bullpen, after handing veteran righty Paul Sewald a one-year deal worth $7 million
The Cleveland Guardians signed right-hander Paul Sewald to a one-year deal on Wednesday with a mutual option for 2026.
Reliever Paul Sewald and the Cleveland Guardians have agreed to a $7 million, one-year contract, adding a setup arm for closer Emmanuel Clase.
According to multiple reports, including MLB insider Jeff Passan, the Guardians and Sewald agreed to a 1-year deal worth $7 million guaranteed. The deal also includes a mutual option for the 2026 season worth $10 million (or a $1 million buyout if both sides agree to part ways).
The Guardians signed former Mariners and D-backs closer Paul Sewald to a one-year contract. Get more details at MLB Trade Rumors.
As the MLB offseason continues, the Guardians have made a move to bolster their bullpen, signing free agent veteran reliever Paul Sewald.
Relief pitcher Paul Sewald is headed to the Guardians after his role as the Diamondbacks' closer came to an unceremonious end this past season.