Cole Hamels is excited about coming to the Cubs, but it's for more reasons than just pitching for a contender. That is certainly one of the reasons, of course.
The Texas Rangers are currently 44-62, 23 games out of first place in the AL West and 18 games back in the wild card chase. Playing for a chance at another World Series ring is an exciting opportunity for the 34-year-old.
But imagine the elation of a young Cubs fan growing up to become a professional baseball player that gets to pitch for his favorite team. That's Hamels, and on Saturday in the visitor's clubhouse in St.