Former Yankee Phil Hughes having career rebirth with Twins

When it comes to his angling, Phil Hughes has some work to do. But as far as coming through on his long-held potential? As far as catching Trout, you might

Ben Reiter

Former Yankee Phil Hughes having career rebirth with Twins

Phil Hughes has been Minnesota's early ace, with a 3.23 ERA and 50 strikeouts in 61 1/3 innings. — Phil Hughes has been Minnesota's early ace, with a 3.23 ERA and 50 strikeouts in 61 1/3 innings :: Paul Beaty/AP

When it comes to his angling, Phil Hughes has some work to do. But as far as coming through on his long-held potential? As far as catching Trout, you might say? It seems, finally, as if he's getting there.

Ben Reiter

Ben Reiter is a senior writer for Sports Illustrated and for SI.com who has been with the magazine since 2004.