Diamondbacks to Promote Veteran Reliever Jeff Brigham
Phoenix, AZ – The Arizona Diamondbacks are set to call up veteran reliever Jeff Brigham in a bid to bolster their bullpen, according to reports from Arizona Sports’ John Gambadoro. The 33-year-old right-hander has a notable history, having pitched in the majors with both the Miami Marlins and the New York Mets.
Brigham has spent the 2023 season with the New York Mets, where he made 90 career Major League appearances, including 37.2 innings this year. He recorded a 5.26 ERA, striking out an average of 10 batters per nine innings. Known for his sweeping pitch, which yielded an impressive .143 batting average against with a 30.2% whiff rate, Brigham also struggled with an 11.3% walk rate on his four-seam fastball and a new cutter.
Before joining the Diamondbacks through a minor league contract last December, Brigham experienced a mix of success and challenges. During his tenure at Triple-A Reno this season, he posted a 5.23 ERA while striking out 32 batters over 20.2 innings. Opponents hit .213 against him across 17 games, highlighting potential for improvement.
Brigham’s inclusion on the Diamondbacks’ roster comes as the team looks for greater stability in its bullpen amid fluctuating performance this season. His experience may provide a significant boost as he seeks to recreate the effectiveness he showed during his earlier stints in the majors.
As the Diamondbacks prepare for the upcoming games, Brigham’s arrival could be pivotal in enhancing their chances against competitive league opponents. Fans and analysts alike will be eager to see how the veteran pitcher adjusts to his new role in Arizona. For more updates, follow @AZSports.
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