Cole Hamels Not Expected To Pitch In Cactus League
2 years agoSan Diego Padres left-hander Cole Hamels (shoulder) threw a bullpen session on Thursday, but he doesn't expect to begin pitching in games in camp until sometime after the Padres break camp for the regular season. Hamels underwent surgery on his shoulder in September of 2021 that came with an 18- to 20-month recovery. The 39-year-old southpaw will not be rushed back as he attempts to make a comeback with his hometown team. He's in camp with the Friars on a minor-league deal and he's no lock to pitch extensive innings in the big leagues in 2023, even if he's fully healthy. But if Hamels is healthy, he'll give San Diego some much-needed starting rotation depth after the regular season kicks off.
Source: The Athletic - Dennis Lin
Source: The Athletic - Dennis Lin