MLB Rumors: Yankees reportedly intersted in Cole Hamels

Could the New York Yankees end up making a move to try and sign veteran left-handed pitcher Cole Hamels? 

While Cole Hamels hasn’t seen action in the bigs since last season – making just one start with the Atlanta Braves – it looks like he’s ready to try and get back on the bump. Later this week, the veteran will take the hill in a showcase for big-league teams.

Among the clubs in attendance will be the New York Yankees. With the 2021 season not going according to plan for Brian Cashman, desperate times may result in desperate measures. So, perhaps adding Hamels to the rotation could be in play?

The New York Yankees are ready to watch Cole Hamels at a showcase this week

Hamels sure knows what it takes to win in MLB, as he’s got 15 years of experience under his belt. He’s posted a 163-122 career record, while sporting a 3.43 ERA. As impressive as he’s been, Hamels last saw extensive time back in 2019.

That season with the Chicago Cubs, he went 7-7 in 27 starts with a 3.81 ERA. At 37 years old, Hamels still has the fire to keep going and he’s now looking for a new team to give him a chance. Maybe Cashman shoots his shot?

If Hamels were to make his way to the Bronx, the Yankees would be the fifth team he’s suited up for, as previously played for the Braves, Cubs, Rangers and Phillies. Hamels spent 10 years with Philadelphia, going 114-90.

While New York may just end up doing their due diligence here and nothing else, adding a veteran lefty to the rotation is never a bad thing. If they could sign him to a low-risk kind of a deal, it could work out for both sides. Stay tuned to see what goes down with Hamels, as a return to the majors could be on the way.