Hughes's only winning season was 1975, when he was 16-14 with a 3.82 ERA. He pitched a seven-inning perfect game for Lynchburg in the Carolina League against Rocky Mount on July 30, 1972. (SFS)

FROM THE BASEBALL CHRONOLOGY » October 2, 1974: In the Rangers' season finale, Billy Martin allows Ferguson Jenkins to hit for himself rather than use the DH, the first such incident in the American League all season. Jenkins singles to break up the Twins Jim Hughes's no-hitter, scores the Rangers' first run, and goes on to win his 25th game of the season 2–1. With two outs in the bottom of the 9th, Harmon Killebrew pinch hits for Larry Hisle and strikes out. It is the Killer's last ML at bat as a Twin. He'll sign on as a DH for the Royals after declining the Twins offer to manage in the minors. » May 4, 1975: Harmon Killebrew returns to the Met wearing the visitors Royals uniform. His #3 is retired before the game, and the Killer then brings the crowd to its feet when he unloads a homer in his first at bat. Minnesota wins 6–3, behind Jim Hughes. » August 16, 1975: In a 9–1 win over Cleveland, the Twins set a ML mark with nine batters getting 2+ hits. Jim Hughes is the recipient of the largesse.