Diamondbacks | J.J. Putz likely returning in 2013

Arizona Diamondbacks general manager Kevin Towers all but said he planned to exercise RP J.J. Putz's option for the 2013 season and bring him back for a third year. After a shaky start, Putz has converted 21 of 22 save chances since May 15 with a 1.04 ERA. Overall, he has a 2.82 ERA and 27 saves with 49 strikeouts and just eight walks in 44 2/3 innings.

2012-09-01 23:32:35 | Source: The Arizona Republic - Nick Piecoro

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