Cole Hamels is probably facing a quick trip from the record book to the trading block.
Hamels, Philadelphia’s ace, became the first pitcher to throw a no-hitter against the Cubs in 50 years, watching as the rookie center fielder Odubel Herrera stumbled on the warning track before catching a fly ball to finish the Phillies’ 5-0 victory Saturday in Chicago.
“It’s something where you just go out there and enjoy the moment,” Hamels said. “What I want is to be successful at it. I enjoyed the moment, and this happened.”
Hamels (6-7) struck out 13, tossing his first career no-hitter in what could be his final start for the Phillies.