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Former World Series MVP Cole Hamels retires after comeback attempt falls short
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Cole Hamels retires: Former World Series champion calls it quits after 15 seasons in MLB
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BlueClaws are 2009 South Atlantic League Champions!
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Former World Series MVP Cole Hamels retires after comeback attempt falls shorts