Cole Hamels's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A closer look at the biggest achievements of Cole Hamels. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Cole Hamels, nicknamed "Hollywood", is a retired American professional baseball pitcher. He played in MLB for the Philadelphia Phillies (2006-2015), Texas Rangers (2015-2018), Chicago Cubs (2018-2019), and Atlanta Braves (2020). He had a notable career as a left-handed pitcher, known for his time with the Phillies.
1965: No-Hitter Against Cubs
On July 25, 2015 Cole Hamels threw the first no-hitter against the Cubs since Sandy Koufax's perfect game in 1965.
1972: No-Hitter At Wrigley
On July 25, 2015 Cole Hamels threw the first no-hitter at Wrigley since Milt Pappas did it in 1972.
2003: Began Professional Career
In 2003, Cole Hamels began his professional baseball career pitching for the Class A Lakewood BlueClaws, and was later promoted to the Clearwater Threshers. He finished the year receiving the Paul Owens Award.
2007: Phillies' Top Pitcher Award
In the 2007 season, Cole Hamels made large strides and won the Phillies' top major league pitcher award.
2008: Won World Series MVP
In 2008, Cole Hamels led the Phillies to win the World Series and was awarded the World Series Most Valuable Player Award.
2011: Finished Season
In 2011, Cole Hamels concluded the season with a 14–9 record, 194 strikeouts, a 2.79 ERA, and a 0.986 WHIP. He also finished fifth in the Cy Young Award voting.
2011: Career Highs
In 2011, Cole Hamels finished the season with career highs in wins (17) and strikeouts (216), earning the "Steve Carlton Most Valuable Pitcher" award.
2011: Phillies in the NLDS
In 2011, the Phillies had the best MLB record for the second year. During the National League Division Series against the St. Louis Cardinals, Cole Hamels started Game 3 which led to a 3–2 victory, giving the Phillies a 2–1 series advantage; however, the Phillies would lose Games 4 and 5.
2012: Ready to Pitch
By the start of Spring training in 2012, Cole Hamels had recovered from elbow and hernia surgeries.
July 25, 2015: No-Hitter
On July 25, 2015, Cole Hamels no-hit the Chicago Cubs 5–0 at Wrigley Field, striking out 13.
2015: Division Title
In 2015, Cole Hamels helped the Texas Rangers clinch the AL West title on the final day of the season.
