Sep 1, 2021; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Oakland Athletics relief pitcher A.J. Puk (33) throws during the seventh inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports
Time is starting to run out for A.J. Puk. Once one of the more highly regarded pitching prospects in the game, Puk had battled injuries for years, leaving his future role in doubt. While the Oakland A’s claim that they still envision him as a starter, it is probable that he will end up as a reliever for the long term.
That had been Puk’s role this season.