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Gabriel Hughes, fresh off Tommy John surgery and still recovering velocity, made a gutsy MLB debut against the Dodgers — and didn’t just survive, he dominated. After a shaky first inning that saw him surrender three runs and two walks, Hughes and catcher Brett Sullivan dialed it back, focusing on his command of a four-seam fastball. Calm under pressure — even vibing to music in the dugout — Hughes settled in, striking out seven and retiring 15 batters in a row. He tossed six solid innings, allowing just three runs total, becoming the first Rockies starter in years to notch a quality start in his debut — at Dodger Stadium, no less. Despite the Rockies falling 4-3, Hughes proved he’s more than just a prospect, turning pressure into poise and proving his fastball still has bite.

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