News Summary
The Arizona Diamondbacks have released right-handed pitcher Anthony DeSclafani after a brief and inconsistent tenure marked by injuries and performance struggles. Following his designation for assignment, the team is making roster adjustments to better position themselves for the remainder of the season. Nabil Crismatt will take over in a long relief role as the Diamondbacks shift to a four-man rotation.
Arizona – The Arizona Diamondbacks officially released right-handed veteran pitcher Anthony DeSclafani on Thursday. This decision came just days after the team designated him for assignment on Monday, as part of a roster adjustment that also included the recall of righty flamethrower Juan Morillo to the major leagues.
DeSclafani’s tenure with the Diamondbacks was brief and marked by inconsistency. He joined the organization in mid-June and primarily served in a long relief role. Over his time with the team, DeSclafani recorded a 5.12 ERA over 38.2 innings. In the bullpen, he initially had some success, achieving a 3.86 ERA through the end of July and even notching two three-inning saves.
However, his role shifted following the trade of starting pitcher Merrill Kelly to the Texas Rangers, leading to a transition into a starting position. DeSclafani’s performance as a starter was mixed. His season took a downturn when he suffered a right thumb injury on August 13, which sidelined him until September 7. During his absence, right-hander Nabil Crismatt excelled in the fifth starter’s role, which ultimately complicated DeSclafani’s return.
Upon his recovery, DeSclafani returned to the bullpen but struggled significantly, allowing six runs in just 5.2 innings across two appearances. This performance compelled Manager Torey Lovullo to make the difficult decision to designate DeSclafani for assignment. Lovullo explained that the team was seeking a more traditional reliever to round out their roster in light of DeSclafani’s recent struggles.
With DeSclafani’s departure, Nabil Crismatt will move into the long-man role in relief for the Diamondbacks. The team also plans to operate with a four-man rotation for the continuation of the season, featuring Zac Gallen, Eduardo Rodriguez, Brandon Pfaadt, and Ryne Nelson.
Anthony DeSclafani, now 35 years old, has had a career marked by fluctuations in performance. He experienced significant success in 2021, posting a standout 3.17 ERA. Over the course of his ten-season MLB career, DeSclafani has participated in 193 games, maintaining a 4.24 ERA across 981.1 innings pitched.
As DeSclafani moves on from the Diamondbacks organization, the team will look to assess its pitching depth and explore new options for the remainder of the season. With several young arms stepping up, it remains to be seen how well the Diamondbacks can respond to these changes as they continue to vie for a competitive standing in the league.
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