Putz Has Tightness In Right Elbow

Mariners closer J.J. Putz has tightness in his right elbow and is unlikely make Friday's scheduled game appearance. Hopefully this is nothing serious, as Putz emerged as a top closing option with 36 saves, a 2.30 ERA and 104 strikeouts in 78 1/3 innings last season.
Source: MLB.com