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Brandon Hughes
Hughes with Michigan State in 2017
Chicago Cubs
Pitcher
Born: (1995-12-01) December 1, 1995 (age 29)
Royal Oak, Michigan, U.S.
Bats: Switch
Throws: Left
MLB debut
May 17, 2022, for the Chicago Cubs
MLB statistics
(through 2024 season)
Win–loss record2–6
Earned run average4.75
Strikeouts106
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Teams

Brandon Kenneth Hughes (born December 1, 1995) is an American professional baseball pitcher in the Chicago Cubs organization. He has previously played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Career

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Amateur career

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Hughes attended Stevenson High School in Sterling Heights, Michigan. He then enrolled at Michigan State University, where he played college baseball for the Michigan State Spartans.[1]

Chicago Cubs

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The Chicago Cubs selected Hughes in the 16th round of the 2017 Major League Baseball draft as an outfielder. The Cubs converted him from an outfielder into a pitcher in 2019.[2]

Hughes was called up to the majors for the first time on May 17, 2022.[3] 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.[4] On May 30, Hughes was selected back to the active roster.[5] On August 18, Hughes earned his first career save after pitching a scoreless ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles.[6]

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.[7] He was non-tendered and became a free agent on November 17.

Arizona Diamondbacks

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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+2⁄3 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+2⁄3 innings pitched. On November 22, the Diamondbacks non–tendered Hughes, making him a free agent.[12]

Chicago Cubs (second stint)

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On January 31, 2025, Hughes signed a minor league contract with the Chicago Cubs.[13]

References

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  1. ^ "Former Stevenson player Brandon Hughes makes MLB history in debut". May 18, 2022.
  2. ^ "It's a Pitcher's Life for Me | Brandon Hughes Transitions from the Outfield to the Mound".
  3. ^ "New Chicago Cubs call-up Brandon Hughes is one of baseball's most surprising success stories". The Des Moines Register.
  4. ^ "Cubs' Brandon Hughes: Sent back to Triple-A". cbssports.com. Retrieved February 8, 2023.
  5. ^ "Cubs' Brandon Hughes: Back in big leagues". cbssports.com. Retrieved February 8, 2023.
  6. ^ "Cubs' Brandon Hughes: Collects first save". cbssports.com. August 19, 2022. Retrieved June 3, 2023.
  7. ^ "Cubs' bullpen loses Heuer, Hughes for season with injuries: reports". sports.yahoo.com. June 24, 2023. Retrieved June 24, 2023.
  8. ^ "Diamondbacks Sign Brandon Hughes to Minor League Deal". February 2024.
  9. ^ "Diamondbacks Select Brandon Hughes". mlbtraderumors.com. April 30, 2024. Retrieved April 30, 2024.
  10. ^ "Diamondbacks Outright Brandon Hughes, Thyago Vieira". mlbtraderumors.com. August 2, 2024. Retrieved August 2, 2024.
  11. ^ "Diamondbacks DFA Andrew Knizner, Place Ryne Nelson On 15-Day IL". mlbtraderumors.com. September 14, 2024. Retrieved September 15, 2024.
  12. ^ "Reliever Hughes the D-backs' lone non-tender". mlb.com. Retrieved November 23, 2024.
  13. ^ "Cubs Agree To Minor League Deal With Brad Keller, Finalizing Deal With Brandon Hughes". mlbtraderumors.com. January 31, 2025. Retrieved February 3, 2025.
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