Hamels rumors will fly until deal is done

St. Louis Cardinals v Philadelphia PhilliesUntil he's traded, Phillies pitcher Cole Hamels will be the focal point of rumors, social media reports and hit-seeking news outlets as contending teams begin to sift through the leagues seeking help for playoff pushes..

The latest is out of Houston, where the surprising Astros are thinking postseason. A KHOU tweet said "sources" are saying that Hamels would block a trade to the team under the limited no-trade clause in his contract.

Of course, Hamels mind might be swayed if the Astros would sweeten the deal with a contract extension …

And of course no good rumor-spreading would be complete without New York being involved — a New York Post report says…