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Hammel expected to make next start
- Updated: June 1, 2016
CHICAGO — Cubs right-hander Jason Hammel, who had to leave Monday’s start after two innings because of cramping in his right hamstring, is expected to make his next start, on Saturday against the D-backs.
Manager Joe Maddon said on Tuesday that he had not gotten a negative report from athletic trainer PJ Mainville and expects Hammel to be available. Hammel ranks fourth in the National League with a 2.09 ERA.
“Hearing nothing [from the athletic trainer], I would imagine it’s nothing,” Maddon said.
If Hammel isn’t available, the options include right-hander Trevor Cahill or lefty Travis Wood, who took over on Monday and threw four perfect innings in relief against the Dodgers.
Worth noting
• Dexter Fowler, who did not play on Monday because of a sore right heel, sent Maddon a text on Tuesday to say he was ready for the game. Fowler …
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