If you’re a Boston Red Sox fan, and don’t live in a cave, you’ve heard the rumors of a trade for Philadelphia Phillies ace pitcher Cole Hamels since the beginning of the season. This publication and thousands of other media sources have covered the topic to death. Some experts have said that they need Hamels right now, to continue their chances at catching the American League East leaders. Some experts have said that Hamels is too expensive and would be an albatross of a contract to deal with in the future.
Now, it may be time for the Red Sox to end any pursuit of Hamels, not because of the money but because of his play.