Hughes was called up to the majors for the first time on May 17,2022.[4] He made his MLB debut that day. Hughes made five relief appearance for the Cubs,giving up two runs in 7.0 innings pitched while striking out 9 before he was removed from the 40-man roster and returned to Triple-A on May 28.[5] On May 30,Hughes was selected back to the active roster.[6] On August 18,Hughes earned his first career save after pitching a scoreless ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles.[7]
In 2023,Hughes made 17 appearances out of the Cubs' bullpen,but struggled to a 7.24 ERA with 17 strikeouts across 13+2⁄3 innings of work. On June 24, 2023, it was announced that Hughes would undergo a debridement surgery on his left knee, promptly ending his season.[8] He was non-tendered and became a free agent on November 17.
Arizona Diamondbacks
On February 1, 2024, Hughes signed a minor league contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks.[9] In 10 appearances for the Triple–A Reno Aces, he logged a 1.84 ERA with 12 strikeouts across 14+2⁄3 innings pitched. On April 30, the Diamondbacks selected Hughes' contract, adding him to the major league roster.[10] On August 2, Hughes was removed from the 40–man roster and sent outright to Reno.[11] On September 14, the Diamondbacks added Hughes back to their active roster.[12] In 15 total appearances for the Diamondbacks, he struggled to an 8.15 ERA with 21 strikeouts across 17+2⁄3 innings pitched. On November 22, the Diamondbacks non–tendered Hughes, making him a free agent.[13]
Chicago Cubs (second stint)
On January 31, 2025, Hughes signed a minor league contract with the Chicago Cubs.[14] In 21 appearances for the Triple-A Iowa Cubs, he struggled to a 2-5 record and 6.33 ERA with 29 strikeouts and two saves over 27 innings of work. Hughes was released by the Cubs organization on July 13.[15]
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