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Hernandez returns to mound in Minors game

CLEARWATER, Fla. -- The Phillies plan to have David Hernandez pitching in the back of their bullpen this season, either as a closer or a setup man.

He needs to get healthy first. Hernandez, who had not pitched since March 1 because of right triceps tendinitis, threw one inning Tuesday afternoon in a Minor League game at Carpenter Complex. He allowed three hits, three runs, one walk and struck out two against Triple-A players from Toronto.

Hernandez threw 28 pitches (17 strikes), and his fastball hit 93 mph. Blue Jays prospect Rowdy Tellez, who is the No.