A.J. Puk has decided to play baseball for Cedar Rapids Washington this season, Coach Tony Lombardi confirmed Tuesday morning.

"That is true," Lombardi responded in an e-mail.

Puk, a 6-foot-6 lefthanded pitcher and first baseman, signed a national letter-of-intent with the University of Florida last November and is considered a top prospect for the Major League draft this June.

When Puk signed with the Gators, he said he was not sure if he'd play baseball for the Warriors this season or not. He said at the time that he planned to report for summer classes at Florida in late June and wasn't sure if wanted to leave the Washington baseball team in the middle of the season.

The Warriors are scheduled to open the prep campaign on Monday, May 20 in the Bob Vrbicek Metro Tournament against Mount Vernon.

Puk could not be reached for comment.