Scouting Report: A.J. Vukovich
Arizona Diamondbacks | LF
Overall
Summary
A.J. Puk, Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher, is progressing well in his recovery from elbow surgery (internal brace procedure) performed in March 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 that if successful in live batting practice on Tuesday, Puk could pitch in an Arizona Complex League game on Saturday (targeting 1 inning, 15-20 pitches). Puk is ahead of fellow Diamondbacks pitchers Justin Martinez and Corbin Burnes on their respective return timelines. He entered 2025 as a co-closer and is a key piece of the team's bullpen.
Strengths
- Ahead of schedule on recovery timeline compared to teammates Martinez and Burnes
- Successfully completed bullpen sessions
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