One other note to make. Phil Hughes threw for the last time this winter and finished his winter workout on a strong note. Last night Hughes threw five innings allowing on two hits (both singles) and striking out 10 without walking any. Now Hughes didn't reach the 40 IP that the Yanks wanted to get him to but, aside from two rough starts, he was dominant.
His final totals for the Arizona Fall League 30 IP, 21 H, 10 ER, 13 BB, 38 K.
The most important stat is that he is still 22. So I guess he is not quite washed up. Hughes may not be a Cy Young winner in his career but he is an important piece of the Yankees future and they should hold onto him. Hopefully they stop trying to force his development and learn a lesson from his and Kennedy's reaction to being rushed to the majors.
Both can still be good pitchers; it might just take longer.
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