Phil Hughes had a rough outing Saturday against the Angels. He gave up 6 ER on 8 hits in 3.1 innings pitched. He walked 2 and struck out 6. His record falls to 0-2.
Hughes let up home runs to Chris Iannetta and Howie Kendrick. Albert Pujols hit a double off of him in the 3rd.
Joe Girardi had a few comments on Hughes performance.
''You don’t get too concerned yet. It’s still early in the season,'' Girardi said. ''His arm strength is there. The same arm strength he had when he won those 18 games for us. It’s just a matter of making more consistent pitches.''
The Yankees' are expected to get Michael Pineda and Andy Pettitte back in May. Hughes is still auditioning for a spot in the rotation.
Davild Phelps would come on to relieve Hughes and pitch 5.1 terrific innings of work. He struck out 4 but let up a home run to Vernon Wells. Phelps has some talent that the Yankees' could use.
Ivan Nova looks to continue his hot streak tomorrow against the Angels at the Stadium.
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