Sewald earned a save against the Nationals on Monday by striking out the only batter he faced.
The Mariners held a five-run lead heading into the ninth inning, but Tayler Saucedo allowed a run and loaded the bases with two outs. That brought Sewald into the game, and he ended the threat with a strikeout of Jeimer Candelario. The save was the first for Sewald since June 16, though not due to a reduced role -- no Seattle pitcher earned a save during the 10-day span. The veteran right-hander continues to be the primary ninth-inning option for the Mariners, and he's converted 12 of 14 save opportunities on the campaign.