Two relievers deliver 40+ save seasons in 2024: St. Louis Cardinals' flamethrower Ryan Helsley, and Cleveland Guardians standout Emmanuel Clase. Now, that might make you think the position is top-heavy, but a peek further down the list of saves leaders paints a different portrait.

Reliever Paul Sewald and the Cleveland Guardians have agreed to a $7 million, one-year contract, adding a setup arm for closer Emmanuel Clase

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

Aug 24, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Paul Sewald (38) pitches during the ninth inning against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images / Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

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CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Big Four at the back end of the Guardians’ bullpen remain intact, but beyond Emmanuel Clase, Tim Herrin, Cade Smith and Hunter Gaddis there have been big changes this offseason.

Reliever Paul Sewald and the Cleveland Guardians agreed Wednesday to a $7 million, one-year contract, adding a setup arm for closer Emmanuel Clase.

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 Cleveland Guardians rode their pitching all the way to the playoffs last season. Now, they may have gotten even better. They brought free-agent reliever Paul Sewald on a one-year deal, and given his experience,

The Houston Astros are finalizing a trade that will send two-time All-Star reliever Ryan Pressly to the Chicago Cubs, according to a report.

Playing in MLB is extremely difficult. Staying in the league is even harder, especially for a highly volatile position such as a relief pitcher. We are already used to seeing talented bullpen pieces flame out because of injury or other reasons.