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A.J. Puk may join Athletics bullpen
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Oakland A's 2023 bullpen outlook: How will they replace A.J. Puk
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A.J. Puk: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights
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A.J. Puk - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates
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Miami Marlins trade JJ Bleday to Oakland Athletics for AJ Puk
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Cedar Rapids native A.J. Puk called up to big leagues
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Oakland Athletics: A.J. Puk to undergo shoulder surgery
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A. J. Puk - Wikipedia
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A's prospects A.J. Puk, Jesús Luzardo to pitch for Stockton on Tuesday
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Oakland A's option A.J. Puk; Bassitt to throw flat-ground
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A.J. Puk close to return as reliever