Scouting Report: A.J. Puk
Arizona Diamondbacks | RP
Overall
Summary
A.J. Puk, Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher, is progressing well in his recovery from elbow surgery (internal brace procedure) performed in 2025. As of mid-May 2026, Puk has completed bullpen sessions and is scheduled to face live hitters for the first time since surgery. Manager Torey Lovullo indicated Puk could pitch in an Arizona Complex League game on Saturday (targeting 1 inning, 15-20 pitches). Puk is ahead of teammates Justin Martinez and Corbin Burnes on their respective return timelines. He entered 2025 as a co-closer and is expected to return to game action in late May/early June pending successful rehab progression.
Strengths
- Ahead of schedule compared to teammates Martinez and Burnes
- Successfully completed bullpen sessions
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