Phil Hughes to the Pen

04Jun09

Well, the Yankees have announced that Phil Hughes is moving to the bullpen, so Wang can move back into the rotation. Does this mean he no longer counts as a starter according to the Mike Francesa Pitching Bible?

I personally expect him to pitch well in relief because he’s got great stuff, and in short relief, he can pretty much max it out in an inning or two just like we’ve seen of Joba, Price, Masterson, etc. So my question is this: If he does pitch well, does he become the new setup man of the future with Joba, of course, as the closer? They could be the new Mariano/Wetteland!! Who needs starters anyway? Just go out and sign John Lackey to a 5 year/$90 million deal come winter time. Duh.



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