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Cole Hamels returns to San Diego
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Cole Hamels - Wikipedia
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Phillies: Cole Hamels shares favorite baseball memories
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MLB: Chicago Cubs roll the dice, acquire Cole Hamels in trade with Texas Rangers
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Chicago Cubs nab pitcher Cole Hamels in trade with Texas Rangers