IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

May 25, 2010

 

BUCKS WRANGLE MAVERICK FOR 2010 SEASON

 

Waterloo, IA – The Waterloo Bucks, members of the Northwoods League, have announced the signing of right-hand pitcher Luke Putz for the 2010 season.  Putz (pronounced Putts), a Lacona, Iowa native, comes to the Bucks as a junior from Minnesota State University.

 

This season for the Mavericks, Putz finished with a record of 1-1 and a 2.59 ERA.  He had 28 strikeouts and eight saves in 24 innings pitched.  The righty     had an opposing average of .248 with 21 appearances.

 

"I am very excited to join the Waterloo Bucks,” said Putz.  “I look forward to getting started and can’t wait to get to work."

 

Putz attended Marshalltown Community College for two years from 2008-2009 and had a combined 8-8 record in 94 innings pitched with 108 strikeouts.   As a batter, he hit .340 with three homeruns and 36 RBI in the 2008 season.

 

Born September 18, 1988, Luke is the son of Albert and Sherry Putz.

 

The Bucks will open the 2010 season at home on Wednesday, June 2 at 6:35 pm versus Wisconsin Rapids.  Season tickets and single-game tickets are currently on sale.  Fans are encouraged to stay in touch with the Bucks in the off-season by utilizing their website at www.waterloobucks.com.

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