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Discussion: J.J. Putz
We learned this week that, as expected, the New York Mets declined J.J. Putz 's pricey 2010 option . Now that the righty has filed for free agency, tonight's discussion topic focuses on where he might land. Putz last signed a contract with the Seattle Mariners, following a strong 2006 campaign ...
Putz and the Tigers, revisited
beck.mlblogs.com — Jason Beck / MLB.com While Fernando Rodney filed for free agency and Brandon Lyon weighs his options on the open market, the Tigers might well be gaining another option at closer once the Mets make their expected decision to decline the 2010 option ... (more) Putz and the Tigers, revisited
Mets to decline Putz's option
nypost.com — The Mets have told reliever J.J. Putz that they plan to decline his $8.6 million option for 2010 and buy him out for $1 million instead. The club cited health concerns in making the long-expected move, pointing to elbow surgery and forearm ... (more) Mets to decline Putz's option
The Quest For Relief Revisits J.J. Putz
The Quest For Relief Revisits J.J. Putz
blessyouboys.com — by Gene J. Puskar - AP Would J.J. Putz be happier (and healthier) playing for his hometown Detroit Tigers than he was with the New York Mets? View full size ... (more) The Quest For Relief Revisits J.J. Putz
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The Quest For Relief Revisits J.J. Putz
Bless You Boys — ... , as does MLB Trade Rumors.)  Putz presumably wouldn't cost much, as teams wouldn't want to spend big money on an injury risk.  He'd probably be willing to sign a one-year deal (maybe with an option) to prove he can make it through a full season healthy.  (The Tigers being his hometown team might not hurt, either.)  And if he stays healthy, the Tigers might have themselves a closer. ...

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