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Optimistic Cubs starter Cole Hamels starts playing catch two weeks after oblique injury - Chicago Sun-Times
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As the Cubs look to get younger in the rotation, Cole Hamels will make his pitch as a free agent - The Athletic
Cole Hamels returns to Philly: Former ace talks rough outing, fan response, Charlie Manuel, David Montgomery - nj.com
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Cole Hamels Game-Used Jersey -- Rockies vs. Cubs -- 10/2/18 -- 2018 Postseason Wild Card -- 2.0 IP, 1 K | MLB Auctions
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