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We are currently in one of the deadest periods of the dead MLB offseason, but fear not! The Winter Meetings are on the horizon, and with them will come some singings and trades as well as numerous “team is interested in player” reports that seem to regurgitate the same information you’ve read for months.

San Diego Padres News / CBSSports.com / December 1

Should Cole Hamels be in the Baseball Hall of Fame? Making the case for the 2026 ballot newcomer

The longtime Phillies ace retired as one of the best pitchers of his generation. Is that enough?

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

MLB News / Just Baseball / November 25

Edwin Encarnación’s Hall of Fame Case Is More Interesting Than You Think

Every November, when the baseball world is otherwise quiet, the BBWAA publishes its yearly Hall of Fame ballot to decide who will be heading to Cooperstown the following summer.

MLB News / The Good Phight / November 18

Phillies news: Cole Hamels, Munetaka Murakami, Josh Naylor

Phillies News: Phillies seemed poised to make a big splash with a Japanese free agent, will Murakami be the one? ICYMI, the Phillies very own Cole “Hollywood” Hamels will be on this year’s Baseball Hall of Fame ballot.

San Diego Padres News / Just Baseball / November 17

Yes, Cole Hamels Deserves To Be a Hall of Famer

If you look at this year’s BBWAA National Baseball Hall of Fame ballot, which was released today, you might feel underwhelmed by the group of players debuting in this year’s election.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / November 17

Three former Phillies debut on BBWAA Hall of Fame ballot

Three former Phillies, Cole Hamels, Howie Kendrick and Hunter Pence, are among 12 new candidates on the 2026 Baseball Writers Association of America Hall of Fame ballot.

MLB News / ESPN / November 17

Hamels, Braun, Kemp among 12 new to HOF ballot

Cole Hamels, Ryan Braun and Matt Kemp are among 12 newcomers on the Baseball Hall of Fame ballot released Monday, and Carlos Beltrán heads 15 holdovers after falling 19 votes shy in 2025 balloting.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 17

The 2026 Hall of Fame ballot includes former Cub Cole Hamels

The Hall of Fame ballot to be voted on by members of the Baseball Writers Association of America was released Monday, and it contains 27 players. New to the ballot this year are outfielders Ryan Braun and Matt Kemp, infielders Howie Kendrick and Daniel Murphy and pitchers Cole Hamels and Rick Porcello.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / August 28

Aaron Nola surpasses Cole Hamels on Phillies all-time strikeout list

PHILADELPHIA — Move over, Hollywood. Aaron Nola has surpassed his former teammate Cole Hamels on the Phillies all-time strikeout list with his 1,845th career strikeout in the sixth inning against Ronald Acuña Jr.

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Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 18

Phillies’ Ranger Suarez ties Cole Hamels’ 11-year-old mark after taming Marlins

Philadelphia Phillies southpaw Ranger Suarez continued his remarkable stretch on the mound, tying an 11-year-old Cole Hamels franchise record with his eighth straight quality start, leading Philadelphia to a 4–2 win over the Miami Marlins on Tuesday night.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / May 14

Cole Hamels Sends Message to Phillies' Front Office After Decision

The Philadelphia Phillies made an at-the-time underrated move during the offseason leading up to the 2025 MLB season. The Phillies traded top prospects Emaarion Body and Starlyn Caba to the Miami Marlins for Paul McIntosh and starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 17

Phillies’ Cristopher Sanchez turns clock back to Cole Hamels with career best

Christopher Sanchez is one of the best pitchers in the MLB, and he proved it again on Thursday against Willy Adames and the San Francisco Giants. The Philadelphia Phillies ace put together an all-time performance for manager Rob Thomson.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / April 1

Phillies 2008 World Series Champion Makes Major Announcement

The 2008 Philadelphia Phillies are one of the best teams in the city's history. They won 92 games on their way to a World Series victory over the Tampa Bay Rays.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Athlon Sports / March 15

Former World Series MVP Shows Support for Phillies Wall of Fame Pick

Longtime Phillies Shortstop Jimmy Rollins will be inducted into the franchise's Wall of Fame this summer, and one of his former teammates says the honor is long overdue.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 26

Former Philadelphia Phillies Ace Explains Why He Loves Their Starting Rotation

Cole Hamels knows a good starting rotation when he sees one. The four-time All-Star was part of some great rotations throughout his 15-year career, including one of the best pitching staffs in recent history with the 2011 Philadelphia Phillies.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 20

Phillies’ top prospect turns to Cole Hamels in hopes of 2025 promotion

The Philadelphia Phillies are gearing up for the 2025 season and one of their top prospects is hoping to get called up to the big league club this season.

MLB News / Phillies Nation / February 19

Cole Hamels coaches up Andrew Painter: ‘He’s very receptive’

CLEARWATER, Fla. — Cole Hamels on Tuesday spent his final day of his first trip to Phillies camp as a guest instructor conversing with two of the most important arms in the organization.

San Diego Padres News / Phillies Nation / February 18

What to expect from Cole Hamels, The Broadcaster

CLEARWATER, Fla. — A year removed from retirement, Phillies legend Cole Hamels is everywhere. From pitchers and catchers to in-season visits to the minor league affiliates, Hamels is going to once again become a familiar face to people in the organization.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 21

The 2026 Baseball Hall of Fame debutants look very underwhelming

If outfielders Carlos Beltran and Andruw Jones are going to be inducted into the Hall of Fame, 2026 may be their best chance.

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MLB News / New York Mets on SI / June 23, 2024

Cole Hamels Places Bizarre Jab at Mets in Phillies Retirement Ceremony Speech

Even though his esteemed MLB career is long over, Cole Hamels appears to still have the New York Mets on his mind. The longtime Philadelphia Phillies'

MLB News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 21, 2024

Why This Phillies Outfielder Switched Numbers Before Hamels' Retirement Night

It should be an emotional game taking place at Citizens Bank Park on Friday for the Philadelphia Phillies. Not only are they welcoming in the Arizona Diamondbacks for a weekend slate in a rematch of the National League Championship Series that saw the Phillies get upset, but one of their franchise legends is being honored.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Fastball on SI / June 20, 2024

Philadelphia Phillies Will Wear Special Patch For Cole Hamels' Ceremony on Friday

The Philadelphia Phillies are set to honor the career of former left-hander Cole Hamels on Friday night in a ceremony at Citizens Bank Park. It's an official retirement ceremony for the former All-Star.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 4, 2023

Retirement of former World Series MVP marks the end of an era

After several failed comeback attempts, 15-year veteran starting pitcher Cole Hamels called it a career on Friday, marking the end of an era. As Hamels leaves the game, the book on the 2008 World Champion Philadelphia Phillies officially closes.

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