Episode 33: Cole Hamels

On this episode of The Probably Cancelled Podcast, we welcome World Series MVP, professional hitter-ruiner, and owner of one of the filthiest changeups in human history—Cole Hamels. We talk about the streaming debacle facing pro sports today, gambling in sports, and whether Derek or Cole was the better hitter and better Ranger left handed bandit. Cole also gives us his take on analytics vs feel, robo-umps creeping into the game, and why some of today’s young stars might be a little too polished… and maybe a little too comfortable. Of course, we had to get into his time with the Texas Rangers, what fans don’t see behind the scenes, and whether today’s game would make him even more dominant… or just more annoyed. Meanwhile, Derek tries to convince everyone he could still hit a Hamels changeup (he can’t), Jack asks at least one question that immediately gets us flagged internally, and somehow we end up debating whether MLB is becoming a video game with better uniforms. Oh, and we throw Laura Robeson in the mix for good measure cause Brady's out on family leave [love you buddy]. It’s baseball, it’s chaos, it’s slightly irresponsible—and honestly, it might get us cancelled. Enjoy.