Hamels Still Trying to Break Vicious Cycle

by Jeff FletcherFiled under: Phillies, Yankees, MLB Playoffs, World SeriesPHILADELPHIA -- Cole Hamels is the victim of his own success, in more ways than one. As the Phillies lefty prepared to start Game 3 of the World Series against the Yankees, he's been asked repeatedly what happened to the guy who was so dominant last October, when he was named MVP in the National League Championship Series and the World Series. Hamels not only has had to deal with the emotional pressure that comes with the high standard he set, but pitching so deep into last year's postseason affected his physical preparation for this season, and he still hasn't recovered.Hamels Still Trying to Break Vicious Cycle originally appeared on Fanhouse MLB Blog on Fri, 30 Oct 2009 19:10:00 EST . Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments