J.J. Putz
Contract: Signed through 2009, with option for 2010.
- Height: 6-5
- Weight: 245 lbs
- Born: Feb 22, 1977
- Debut: August 11, 2003
SEASON
| IP | W | S | K | ERA |
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Newsbreakers
December 11, 2009
Updating an earlier item, J.J. Putz's contract with the White Sox has a base of $3 million, with more money possible based on appearance and "games finished" bonuses, according to Ken Rosenthal of Fox Sports.
Our View:
The "games finished" part of his deal will only increase speculation that Bobby Jenks is on the way out on the South Side. For now, Jenks is the closer while Putz and Matt Thornton are his setup men. That very well may change, however.
December 11, 2009
According to Bart Hubbuch of the New York Post, reliever J.J. Putz has signed a one-year, $3 million deal with the White Sox.
Our View:
Putz was huge bust with the Mets last season, posing a 5.22 ERA in 29.1 innings before getting shutdown for the season in early June with an elbow injury. Bobby Jenks has been rumored to be on the way out in Chicago, and while nothing appears imminent, Putz may at one point be closing in the Windy City. For now, he is Jenks' setup man.
December 10, 2009
The White Sox have reportedly made an offer to reliever J.J. Putz, according to ESPN Chicago.
Our View:
The cross-town rival Cubs are among the other teams still interested in Putz. If healthy, he would provide the Sox with stability as a setup man, and could also help if closer Bobby Jenks struggles again.
December 9, 2009
J.J. Putz is scheduled to work out for multiple teams today, according to ESPN.com.
Our View:
Both teams from Chicago have shown interest in Putz and are expected to be in attendance. As long as Putz can prove that he's healthy, there should be a decent market for him as a potential setup man.
December 8, 2009
The White Sox are interested in adding J.J. Putz to their bullpen, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.
Our View:
Putz would be reunited with Matt Thornton if signed by Chicago, as the pair previously worked together in Seattle. Putz is coming off right elbow surgery, but could give the Sox stability as a setup man if he makes a successful recovery. He could also provide insurance if closer Bobby Jenks struggles.
December 6, 2009
The Diamondbacks had a representative in attendance for J.J. Putz's throwing session on Sunday, according to Fox Sports.
Our View:
Putz is coming off right elbow surgery but still is likely to be given a look from teams around the league as a potential setup man. Still, his days as a closer appear to be over.
December 2, 2009
Jerry Crasnick of ESPN reported that the Rangers are interested in reliever J.J. Putz.
Our View:
The Rangers are believed to be interested in adding a pitcher with an incentive-based deal. Putz was a disappointment with the Mets in 2009, but perhaps he could benefit from a return to the AL with Texas.
November 5, 2009
The New York Mets have declined the 2010 option on pitcher J.J. Putz, according to the New York Post's Bart Hubbuch. The team will pay a $1 million buyout to Putz.
Our View:
Putz struggled in his 29 games played with the Mets, but the team was mainly discouraged with his elbow injury. If he wants a nice deal for the upcoming season, he will have to prove that his elbow is or will be 100 percent.
August 25, 2009
Updating an earlier item, J.J. Putz has been shutdown after experiencing forearm problems on Saturday while throwing a simulated game, according to the New York Post's Bart Hubbuch.
Our View:
Maybe the Mets should just do what's best for everyone's health in the organization and not play any games of any kind for the rest of the season. Of course, that probably wouldn't guarantee anything with the way things have been going for them this season.
August 25, 2009
After being scratched from a scheduled rehab outing on Tuesday for unknown reasons, J.J. Putz could be shutdown for the season, according to the New York Post's Bart Hubbuch.
Our View:
Something else to add luster to the day the entire Mets team decided to get hurt. Stay tuned for what exactly is causing this change in the team's prognostication for Putz's return.
August 19, 2009
Mets' reliever J.J. Putz is scheduled to throw a simulated game on Saturday at Citi Field, according to the New York Daily News. If the session goes well, Putz should begin a rehab assignment in the next few days.
Our View:
Putz has recovered very slowly from his right elbow surgery, but it looks like he could return soon. With Putz and Billy Wagner both nearing a return, the Mets' setup role is going to be getting a bit crowded in the next few weeks unless Wagner gets moved.
July 10, 2009
J.J. Putz is ahead of schedule in his recovery from right elbow surgery, and expects to start throwing by next Thursday, according to the New York Post.
Our View:
Putz wasn't expected back until mid-August originally, but could now be back a little bit earlier than that. He probably won't immediately return to his role of setting up for Francisco Rodriguez, however, and will have limited fantasy value upon his return.
June 9, 2009
The New York Post is reporting that set-up man J.J. Putz underwent surgery on Tuesday to remove a bone spur and fragments from his right elbow. He is expected to begin throwing in six weeks and return to the team in 10-to-12 weeks.
Our View:
Putz will have to take it slow when he comes back, so the original projection of 8-10 weeks seems to be a little short. Expect him to be out closer to the 10-12 weeks that was reported. He should not be owned in any league at this point.
June 5, 2009
As expected, the Mets have placed reliever J.J. Putz on the disabled list with surgery pending on his elbow, according to MetsBlog.com. The team called up Fernando Nieve to replace Putz on the roster.
Our View:
No shocker here, since Putz is expected to be out for the next two months. Nieve will not have any fantasy value as Puts' replacement.
June 5, 2009
Updating a previous report, Mets' reliever J.J. Putz will require surgery on his elbow and he is expected to miss 8-10 weeks, according to FoxSports.com. The surgery will be to remove a bone spur from his elbow.
Our View:
This wasn't totally unexpected, but still bad for the Mets. The team went out and got Putz to help out the bullpen, but so far this season he has not been very good and now he is likely to out out until mid-August at least. Anyone still holding onto Putz should feel free to get rid of him now.
June 4, 2009
Newsday is reporting that Mets reliever J.J. Putz left the team after Thursday's game and is headed back to New York to have his sore right elbow evaluated by team doctors and that surgery is a strong probability.
Our View:
Putz had been becoming increasingly ineffective lately and it is clear that something is wrong. Surgery would likely mean that he will miss an extended amount of time. There is little reason to keep him in any format save for the deepest of keepers.
June 3, 2009
David Lennon of Newsday tweats that J.J. Putz has been moved from his eighth inning setup role to the seventh. Bobby Parnell will take over the eighth inning.
Our View:
Putz has struggled most of the season, but in his last two appearances he has allowed five earned runs and recorded only one out. This is of particular note in leagues that reward holds.
June 3, 2009
According to Newsday, J.J. Putz is slated to speak with Manager Jerry Manuel on Wednesday, and may be losing his setup role.
Our View:
Putz has been brutal lately and has already lost four games this season, including two blown saves. The former elite closer is falling fast, and so is his fantasy value. He will likely be replaced with a combination of Bobby Parnell and Pedro Feliciano.
June 1, 2009
J.J. Putz blew his second save of the season while giving up four runs (three earned) and one walk in Monday's 8-5 loss at Pittsburgh.
Our View:
Putz has been struggling with New York, and his fantasy value continues to drop following tonight's performance.
June 1, 2009
The New York Post is reporting that Mets' set-up man J.J. Putz was pulled in favor of Bobby Parnell on Sunday. Putz has struggled this season, and he was lifted after giving up one run and allowing two other hitters to reach base.
Our View:
Putz is not injured, but he is also not very good at the moment. He has struggled in his first season as a Met, and his fantasy value rests on his ability to get holds when he pitches. His fantasy stock is nearly gone, but if he turns it around he could still be an option in leagues that count holds. Right now it might be best to stay away.
May 23, 2009
J.J. Putz picked up his second save of the year on Saturday after Francisco Rodriguez had to head to the hospital with back spasms, according to the Associated Press.
Our View:
Rodriguez is listed as day-to-day for the moment. Putz makes for a relatively necessary hand-cuff for K-Rod owners that should be good for a few occasional saves throughout the year regardless of K-Rod's health.
May 23, 2009
J.J. Putz will be out of service indefinitely while dealing with neck stiffness, according to the New York Post.
Our View:
The Mets are not talking about placing him on the DL as of yet. He should be held out of fantasy lineups until further notice.
May 14, 2009
According to the New York Post, J.J. Putz will be out for at least the next two games with a bone spur in his pitching elbow. This is not expected to land Putz on the DL, and he is expected back this weekend.
Our View:
Putz has struggled in his new job as the Mets' setup man, but the team may have found the reason. His velocity has been down, so hopefully he will come back as his old self. He is a good option for holds if he is healthy, so watch him closely when he comes back.
May 14, 2009
Metsblog.com reports that J.J. Putz appears to have lost a bit of velocity over the past few weeks. The pitcher says that he is still getting used to pitching in the eighth inning and that the adrenaline level is not like it was when he was a closer. He called the setup job "a weird mentality." Jerry Manuel attributed some of his struggles to the WBC.
Our View:
Putz has allowed runs in four of his last six appearances and has not been the shutdown reliever the Mets thought they were getting. He should eventually adjust to the role, but his fantasy value has taken a substantial hit thanks to his new role.
May 6, 2009
MLB.com reports that J.J. Putz is not available to pitch on Wednesday after throwing 19 pitches in Tuesday's game.
Our View:
Putz is not injured at all, it's just that he has seen so much work over the past week. He has been mostly effective through 16 innings of work, but his strikeout rate is way down. If your league counts holds, Putz can be a very valuable reliever.
April 29, 2009
Reliever J.J. Putz served up two runs in the eighth inning on Wednesday and took a loss against the Marlins. He allowed only one hit, but he hurt himself by walking two batters. It was his second loss of the last eight days.
Our View:
Putz's velocity is down thus far, and he has only four strikeouts versus six walks. Mets fans are probably wishing Aaron Heilman was still around.
April 21, 2009
J.J. Putz took his first loss of the season as he gave up two runs in the bottom of the eighth and the Mets lost 6-4 in St. Louis. Putz allowed three hits while collecting three outs.
Our View:
Putz remains a strong option out of the pen, but he is not used to pitching in a tie game. He will have to get used to that aspect of his new role.
April 1, 2009
The Miami Herald reports that J.J. Putz left Tuesday night's game with an irritated fingernail on his pitching hand. He had struck out two consecutive batters before walking off of the mound.
Our View:
The injury shouldn't affect Putz's opening day status. He figures to be in line for a ton of holds this season and will get a share of the save opportunities as well. Thanks to his strikeout rate, and general effectiveness, he is one of the most valuable eight-inning guys as they relate to fantasy.
March 30, 2009
J.J. Putz allowed just one hit and no runs in 1.1 innings of work while picking up his third win of the season in Monday's 2-1 victory over the Orioles.
Our View:
Putz spent most of his time this spring with Team USA in the WBC, but he has been virtually flawless in his 3.1 innings of work with the Mets. He has yet to give a walk or run while allowing just two hits this spring. Manager Charlie Manuel has expressed his willingness to give him save opportunities throughout the season in order to keep K-Rod fresh, meaning Putz should still be a valuable fantasy option.
March 4, 2009
J.J. Putz blew the save in Team USA's loss to the Blue Jays Wednesday. He allowed three runs in 2/3 of an inning and was tagged with the loss.
Our View:
The AL's best closer in 2007 is now the NL's most overshadowed pitcher. K-Rod's setup man should be good for strikeouts and ERA, and gains additional value in leagues with a "holds" category. Don't let today's setback scare you too much.
March 1, 2009
J.J. Putz had a good outing for the Mets on Sunday, earning the win with one scoreless inning of work. He allowed one hit but also struck out a batter.
Our View:
Putz is yet to allow a run this spring. He's certainly looking like he will be a good option for a setup man for K-Rod, which could result in many holds for fantasy owners.
February 24, 2009
J.J. Putz was not sharp for the Mets in their intra-squad game, according to New York Newsday. Putz walked Andy Green, gave up a double to Angel Pagan, and after Pagan stolen third, Putz threw a wild pitch allowing him to score.
Our View:
No need for anyone to worry about this. First of all, it's an intra-squad game in February. Second of all, the setup man may have other things on his mind, as he's leaving the team to be with his wife, as she will give birth to their third child later tonight.
February 18, 2009
J.J. Putz will be allowed to leave camp February 24 to attend to the birth of his third child, according to the NY Daily News. Putz already has two twin daughters. He will then report a few days before departing for the World Baseball Classic with Team USA.
Our View:
Putz is already locked into the setup role with the Mets, and won't be pushed for the job. He should be a solid pick for fantasy leagues that feature middle men.
February 12, 2009
J.J. Putz is excited about the 2009 campaign with the Mets, according to the NY Post. He has been throwing at Port St. Lucie for almost two weeks and said, "The season cannot come soon enough." He also noted that he does not mind being under the microscope in New York.
Our View:
Putz leaves the Mariners, who held the worst record in the majors in 2008, and will now be playing for a legitimate title contender with the Mets. Putz looks to be a solid fantasy pick for leagues that feature setup men.
January 9, 2009
J.J. Putz will represent the United States in the upcoming World Baseball Classic, according to MLB.com.
Our View:
He will be joined by Mets' teammate David Wright on the roster. Joe Nathan is expected to be the lead closer as well.
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