Phil Hughes Comes Through Side Session Healthy

Phil Hughes threw a 25 pitch side session today and came through it pain free and setback free. This is the first time that Phil has thrown the ball in over two weeks because of a bulging disc in his back. The Yankees found the disc after Hughes had some back discomfort after covering first base in a pitchers fielding practice drill. Hughes will throw again tomorrow and then will be reevaluated by team doctors and we will go from there. This is a very minor step but it is an important step because it is the first step to getting him back on the mound. Stay healthy Phil!