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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.

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MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in six minutes?

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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.

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25 MLB players who might be fantasy league winners in the second half

It's crunch time for fantasy baseball managers as we head into the final two months of the regular season. These 25 players could make all the difference as pickups or acquisitions for fantasy rosters.

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.

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The 20 greatest MLB managers who never won a World Series

Success in Major League Baseball can be measured in many ways; namely, winning a World Series. As a player, it is truly special. Meanwhile, doing so in the capacity of manager is a significant accomplishment, considering the pressure to succeed.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / February 12

Philadelphia Phillies Legend Arrives at Spring Training Camp as Guest Instructor

The Philadelphia Phillies have reported for Spring Training, and so have their guest instructors. One of those happen to be legend Cole Hamels. Hamels began his career with the Phillies after being drafted by them in the first round of the 2002 MLB draft.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / January 23

Former Philadelphia Phillies Fan Favorite Eligible for Hall of Fame Next Year

The trio of players inducted into Cooperstown in 2025 are a more than deserving group of men, with one spending part of his career with the Philadelphia Phillies, and the other two spending the entirety of their careers tormenting the club.

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San Diego Padres News / The Good Phight / January 23

The Curious Cooperstown Case of Cole Hamels

The 2008 World Series MVP will appear on the ballot next year. The Baseball Hall of Fame voting for 2025 has come and gone, with five men being elected to join the immortals in Cooperstown.

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.

Ichiro, CC Sabathia, Billy Wagner to enter Baseball Hall of Fame

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MLB News / CBSSports.com / January 21

Baseball Hall of Fame: Looking ahead to 2026 ballot newcomers, including Cole Hamels, Ryan Braun, Hunter Pence

The lackluster group will join the holdovers from the 2025 ballot

MLB News / CBSSports.com / January 21

Baseball Hall of Fame: Looking ahead to 2026 ballot newcomers, including Cole Hamels, Ryan Braun, Hunter Pence

The lackluster group will join the holdovers from the 2025 ballot

MLB News / Phillies Nation / December 9

Cole Hamels to be featured on Phillies TV broadcasts in 2025

Expect to see more of Phillies legend Cole Hamels in 2025. Jim Salisbury of PHLY Sports reported that Hamels will be in camp with the Phillies as a guest instructor.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Phillies Nation / September 23

Aaron Nola passes Cole Hamels in CBP metric en route to division title

It took Aaron Nola parts of 10 seasons with the Philadelphia Phillies, but he’s now an NL East Champion. Nola was dominant across the first six innings of Monday’s clinching victory over the Chicago Cubs, before running into trouble in the seventh and exiting with the bases loaded and no one out.

MLB News / Phillies Nation / June 29, 2024

Watch Phillies Nation TV Episode 6 – Exclusive Interview with Cole Hamels

This week is all about Cole Hamels! Join us as we celebrate his career with an exclusive interview from his autograph signing at Dynasty Sports. Sam also chats with some of Cole’s biggest fans as they offer unique and fascinating stories of their fandom.

Philadelphia Phillies News / Philadelphia Phillies on SI / June 24, 2024

Philadelphia Phillies Legend Teases Possible New Role with Franchise

This past Friday night, the Philadelphia Phillies and their fans were able to celebrate the career of one of this franchise's best pitchers ever. Cole

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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