Strengths
Along with newly-acquired Matt Barnes, Puk is a name in a bullpen who pitches in relative anonymity from the rest of the league. Aesthetically, Puk’s exceptional stuff (fastball velocity in the 90th percentile) and deception (96th percentile in extension from a 6’7” frame) make him a terror to stare down from the batter’s box.
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After years of inconsistent play due to recurring injuries post-Tommy John, Puk finally endured a full season in the majors in 2022.