The Arizona Diamondbacks are facing further injury concerns as reliever A.J. Puk has paused his throwing program due to renewed elbow soreness. Manager Torey Lovullo described it as "slight discomfort" and noted Puk will consult Dr. Neal ElAttrache to decide on future steps. Previously sidelined by a flexor strain since mid-April, Puk's potential setback complicates the organization's hopes of avoiding surgery. Meanwhile, the D-backs' bullpen struggles continue, compounded by Justin Martinez's recent elbow surgery and a cumulative 5.21 ERA, ranking them 27th in MLB. A need for additional bullpen arms is becoming increasingly critical as the trade deadline approaches.
Puk has paused his throwing program due to renewed elbow soreness, and the team remains hopeful he can rehab without needing surgery.
With the latest injury to Puk and Martinez's severe elbow issues, the Arizona bullpen, with a 5.21 ERA, is a significant concern for the team's performance.
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