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 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,

Sewald needed to be added to the 40-man roster, so the Guardians designated RHP Pedro Avila for assignment to make room for the veteran reliever. However, Cleveland has officially retained Avila after he cleared waivers earlier on Wednesday. The Guardians officially outrighted him to the Columbus Clippers (Triple-A), where he'll remain.

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 Cleveland Guardians are already all set at the closer position. They have one of the best in business, with Emmanuel Clase fishing last season with a 4-2 record, a 0.61 ERA, a 0.659 WHIP, and 47 saves.

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.

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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.

The Cleveland Guardians added yet another top reliever to their bullpen, after handing veteran righty Paul Sewald a one-year deal worth $7 million

Outside of the infield, the Seattle Mariners biggest need going into the offseason was the bullpen. The Mariners relievers were ravaged with injuries and incons

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).