H/W: 6-5 230 lb. B/T: R/R DOB: 6/24/86
Calamitous, injury riddled, disappointing; these are just a few words that could describe Phil Hughes' anticipated foray into Yankee lore. Hughes was miserable in April compiling a 0-4 record with a 9.00 ERA and a 2.18 WHIP in 22 IP. Hughes then missed a considerable amount of the season recovering from a stress fracture in his rib. After a lengthy minor league rehab, Hughes returned to the Yankees and pitched well in a couple of September outings and his Arizona Fall League season, while it has had its ups and downs, has shown that Hughes is once again healthy. Hughes still has dynamite stuff His fastball can still hit 95 MPH and his curveball, slider and change are all potentially solid pitches. Some time and patience will be needed for the 22 year old hurler to regain his confidence and refine his control.
2009 Projection: Expect the Yankees to be cautious in bringing Hughes back. Given that he has thrown in the Arizona Fall League, it would make sense for Hughes to start the season at AA or AAA. The Yankees will be addressing the holes in their starting rotation with high priced free agent acquisitions, which should allow for Hughes to slowly work his way back into the New York spotlight. Skeptical and risk averse collectors have shied away from Hughes' various '04 rookie cards, but the market for his Bowman Chrome Draft and Donruss Elite Extra autographs could heat up again after a few successful outings.
Key Phil Hughes Baseball Cards:
- 2004 Bowman Chrome Draft Phil Hughes Auto
- 2004 Donruss Elite Extra Phil Hughes Auto #/1,485
- 2004 SP Prospects Phil Hughes Auto #/400
- 2004 Topps Chrome Update Phil Hughes
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 Bowman 2007 Phil Hughes Rc Gold US $.99 |
 Linux For Dummies Quick Reference By Phil Hughes Vikt US $2.00 |
 2008 Legendary Cuts Phil Hughes Game Used Jersey US $20.00 |
 Phil Hughes Yankees Game Used Dirt 5x7 Plaque US $19.99 |
 2007 Topps 52 Joba Chamberlain Phil Hughes Duos 2 US $2.89 |
 2007 Phil Hughes Ultra Rookie US $.75 |
 2005 Road To Show Yankees 25 Card Lot Phil Hughes US $10.00 |
 2008 Topps Heritage Black Back 92 Phil Hughes US $6.75 |
 2004 Topps Traded Chrome Phil Hughes Rookie Bgs 95 US $25.00 |
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