When the Hamels Deal Will Get Done
By Matt Veasey
Another interesting team, the Cards are again doing their perennial World Series contender thing. However, the loss of ace Adam Wainwright may prove a longterm, or playoff, crippling blow. Picking up Hamels would be the perfect fit. And with his wife being a Midwest gal, and their history of winning, it’s likely Hamels would find it a fit. There are enough pieces, but they would have to include outfielder Stephen Piscotty, pitcher Marco Gonzalez, and likely another arm such as Alex Reyes, Rob Kaminsky, or Jack Flaherty. Perhaps catcher Carson Kelly as well, depending on the arms combo.