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Twins sign Phil Hughes to three-year, $24 million deal

Phil Hughes will join Ricky Nolasco as the newest members of the Twins' rotation.

Phil Hughes will join Ricky Nolasco as the newest members of the Twins' rotation.

The club could also bring back veteran catcher A.J. Pierzynski, who started his career in Minnesota but was traded to make room for Joe Mauer. The Twins announced earlier this offseason that Mauer will be moved to first base, creating a need for a veteran behind the plate.