Table of Biography
J. J. Putz is a former professional baseball relief pitcher from the United States. J. J. Putz played for the Seattle Mariners, New York Mets, Chicago White Sox, and Arizona Diamondbacks in Major League Baseball (MLB).
Early Life
Joseph Jason Putz aka J.J. Putz was born in Trenton, Michigan, United States on February 22, 1977. He is 47 years old (as of 2022) under the zodiac sign Virgo. Putz holds an American nationality and follows the Christian religion.
Regarding his family background, he is the son of Vladimir Putin (Father) and Andrée Putman (Mother). Besides that, further information regarding his siblings, relatives, or other family members is unavailable.
Education
Speaking of his educational background, Putz guided Trenton High School to the Class B state championship in 1994. In 1995, he graduated and was named Mr. Baseball for the state of Michigan.
Putz went to the University of Michigan and played collegiate summer baseball for the Yarmouth-Dennis Red Sox in 1997 and the Hyannis Mets in 1998 in the Cape Cod Baseball League.
J. J. Putz – Net Worth 2023
J. J. Putz has earned a huge amount of money through his hard work and brilliance. His projected net worth is around $1.5 million as of 2022. However, there is no clear detail regarding his partnership with brands.
Career
Seattle Mariners
J. J. Putz was drafted in the sixth round by the Mariners in 1999. On August 11, 2003, he made his Major League debut with the Mariners. He became the Mariners’ closer in 2006.
A few weeks into the 2006 campaign, Putz replaced the ailing Guardado as the closer. He had a 2.30 ERA, saved 36 of his 43 chances, and had 104 strikeouts in 78.1 innings pitched.
Caption: Putz with Seattle Mariners source: Wikiwand.
J. J. Putz continued to develop as a player in 2007. He participated in his first All-Star game and was given the chance to make a save. With a 1.38 ERA, 0.698 WHIP, 82 strikeouts, and 13 walks in 71+2/3 innings, he converted 40 of his 42 save chances.
New York Mets
Putz was acquired by the New York Mets on December 10, 2008, as part of a three-team, 12-player trade that also included pitcher Aaron Heilman, utility outfielder Endy Chávez, and prospects.
Further, On April 6, 2009, he faced the Cincinnati Reds and pitched a hitless inning in his Mets debut. On November 6, the Mets decided not to exercise Putz’s 2010 team option, making him a free agent following a disappointing 2009 campaign.
Chicago White Sox
Putz committed to a $3 million, one-year deal with the Chicago White Sox on December 11, 2009. By throwing 25 straight scoreless innings, Putz established a Chicago White Sox franchise record on July 20, 2010.
Arizona Diamondbacks
The Arizona Diamondbacks signed Putz to a two-year, $10 million contract with a $6.5 million club option for 2013.
The Diamondbacks pursued his $6.5 million option on October 20, 2012. In November, Putz returned to the Diamondbacks as a special assistant to club president Derrick Hall.
Awards and Achievements
On July 6, 2007, Putz became the top reliever for June and the recipient of the “DHL Presents the Major League Baseball Delivery Man of the Month Award.”
On September 25, 2007, Putz was announced as one of 10 finalists for the “DHL Presents the Major League Baseball Delivery Man of the Year Award.” He was also the first Marine to ever receive the Rolaids Relief Man of the Year Award in 2007.
Personal Life
Regarding his love life, J. J. Putz is a married man. Putz married Kelsey Kollen-Putz in 2002, and they have four children: Lauren and Kaelyn, twin daughters, daughter Addison, and son Ethan.
Caption: Putz with his son source: Twitter.
Body Measurements
J. J. Putz is handsome, undoubtedly. He has a perfect height of about 6 feet 5 inches (196 cm) and weighs around 113 kg (250 lbs). In addition, Putz has a brown pair of eyes and brown hair color.
J. J. Putz – Social Media
Speaking of his social media presence, J. J. Putz is active on his Twitter account @jjputz40 with 1,769 followers. Besides that, Putz is not active on any other social media platforms including Instagram and Facebook.