PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — After 10 seasons as a Philadelphia Phillie, Cole Hamels said goodbye on Friday afternoon.
“Some of the best memories that I’ve ever had,” Hamels said. “This is where I’ve had to grow.
“Being able to play in front of the numerous sellouts during that time was anything and everything that anybody could ever ask for being an athlete,” he continued. “To be able to bring a World Championship here was that much more special because of what I think we all go to see in that parade.
“It’s been one of the most joyous that, not only myself, but family has been able to be a part of.