Jason Hammel is scheduled to make his first start of the spring Monday against the Royals at Sloan Park while Aaron Brooks and the other half of Joe Maddon’s roster takes on the Rockies in Scottsdale. Hammel reported to camp healthy. Hammel is ready to put his second half struggles behind him.
According to a report from Mark Gonzales, Hammel was frustrated by his performance after the break last season. Hammel admitted he’s not pitched to his expectations in the second half the past few years. Hammel reached out to former pitching coach Tom House and worked with him in the off-season.