When considering the city where the Texas Rangers spend their springs, what Jason Hammel did Friday night was a perfect fit.
He retired.
Surprise!
The veteran right-hander, informed Friday morning that he would be on the Rangers’ Opening Day roster, told general manager Jon Daniels that his desire to spend time with his family had surpassed his desired to keep playing baseball.
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Club brass made it abundantly clear Saturday morning that they have no hard feelings toward Hammel, but his late-in-the-game decision has put the Rangers in a bit of a hard spot when completing their season-opening roster.