Diamondbacks Set to Call Up Jeff Brigham as Bullpen Shake-Up Commences
The Arizona Diamondbacks are poised to promote veteran reliever Jeff Brigham as they aim to bolster their bullpen’s stability. This decision comes on the heels of sending reliever Kevin Ginkel down to Triple-A Reno, following a challenging stint that saw him post a troubling 12.60 ERA and 2.10 WHIP over 13 appearances.
Brigham arrives in Arizona after a mixed-performance season. He previously played for the New York Mets and the Miami Marlins, holding 90 major league appearances to his name. In 2023, he recorded a 5.26 ERA during 37.2 innings with the Mets, showing flashes of promise with a strikeout rate of 10 batters per nine innings. His pitching arsenal includes a primarily used sweeper, along with a four-seam fastball and a new cutter; this versatility allowed him to achieve a .143 average against his sweeper.
With a solid showing in Triple-A Reno, Brigham has contributed a 5.23 ERA over 20.2 innings, fanning 32 batters while allowing a .213 opponent batting average. The 33-year-old right-hander’s performance at Reno provided the D-backs with the confidence needed for his call-up. Despite being non-tendered by the Mets and signing with the Minnesota Twins for the upcoming 2024 season, Brigham’s experience may be exactly what Arizona’s bullpen needs amid its struggles.
The Diamondbacks have high hopes with Brigham’s addition to the roster as they navigate the challenges ahead in the season. Fans and analysts alike will be monitoring how this shift impacts the team’s performance moving forward.
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