Video: Cole Hamels Hit By a Liner

Cole Hamels, the ace of the Philadelphia Phillies pitching staff, left Thursday’s game after getting hit by a liner. Prince Fielder of the Milwaukee Brewers hit the ball back up the middle and the ball hit Hamels on his left shoulder. The injury is currently being called a contusion of the left shoulder.

Cole Hamels, Philadelphia Phillies (Image: Newscom)

Hamels, who is left-handed, left the game after being hit. In the 3.1 innings he pitched against the Brewers, Hamels allowed four hits and two earned runs while striking out six batters.

It’s been a difficult start to the season for the 25-year-old. Last year, he played a vital role in bringing a World Series championship to Philadelphia. This season, Hamels has dealt with a few injuries and his first two starts of the season were poor. After three starts, Hamels now has an 0-2 record and an ERA of 9.69.

After the game, which the Phillies ended up losing 6-1 against the Brewers, Hamels said that he doesn’t think he’ll miss his next start.

Here’s the video of Cole Hamels getting hit by the liner.