Report: Cubs claim Hamels off waivers

Just because the July 31 non-waiver Trade Deadline passed doesn’t mean rumors about possible deals have stopped. There were reports this week that the Cubs had claimed Phillies left-hander Cole Hamels off waivers. This is the time of year when teams put nearly every player on revocable waivers to give them roster and trade flexibility before the Aug. 31 waiver Trade Deadline.