Brandon Hughes (baseball)

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13+23 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. [7] 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. [8] In 10 appearances for the Triple–A Reno Aces, he logged a 1.84 ERA with 12 strikeouts across 14+23 innings pitched. On April 30, the Diamondbacks selected Hughes' contract, adding him to the major league roster. [9] On August 2, Hughes was removed from the 40–man roster and sent outright to Reno. [10] On September 14, the Diamondbacks added Hughes back to their active roster. [11] In 15 total appearances for the Diamondbacks, he struggled to an 8.15 ERA with 21 strikeouts across 17+23 innings pitched. On November 22, the Diamondbacks non–tendered Hughes, making him a free agent. [12]

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Brandon Hughes
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Hughes with Michigan State in 2017
Free agent
Pitcher
Born: (1995-12-01) December 1, 1995 (age 28)
Royal Oak, Michigan, U.S.
Bats: Switch
Throws: Left
MLB debut
May 17, 2022, for the Chicago Cubs