Sewald threw two shutout innings in Saturday's Grapefruit League game against the Nationals, striking out one, and his strong spring could put him in line for a spot in the Opening Day bullpen, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports.
He doesn't have an overpowering fastball, but Sewald's slider is a weapon that could allow him to be successful in the majors. The Mets' bullpen is in a bit of turmoil at the moment with Jeurys Familia likely facing a suspension to begin the season and Addison Reed struggling, so if Sewald keeps getting outs, there could be a role for him in New York. Despite his 43 minor league saves over the last two seasons, though, don't expect him to figure into the ninth-inning mix.