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Hamel's homecoming: From Mets to Yankees, a new chapter
19 Apr
Summary
- Hamel returns to Syracuse, the city where he previously played.
- He was drafted by the Mets and has since been claimed by multiple teams.
- Hamel grew up a Yankees fan and is excited for this opportunity.
Dom Hamel is experiencing a homecoming of sorts as he prepares to pitch against his former team, the Syracuse Mets, in New York. Hamel, a right-hander for the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders, previously spent two seasons in Syracuse after being drafted by the Mets in 2021. He reached Triple-A in 2024, enduring a challenging stint with a 6.79 ERA.
Last season saw Hamel transition between starting and relieving roles. His time with Syracuse included notable performances against the RailRiders. Following his major league debut with the Mets on September 17th, he was designated for assignment and subsequently claimed by the Orioles and Rangers, only to be DFA'd again by both.
Now with the Yankees, Hamel expressed his excitement about joining an organization he rooted for as a child. He highlighted the competitive environment and development focus within the Yankees system. He also mentioned connecting with players like Cody Bellinger and Paul Blackburn, drawing valuable insights from their experience.
Hamel is embracing his return to starting pitching, viewing his bullpen experience as beneficial for developing urgency. Despite a tough start with the RailRiders, going 0-2 in his initial three outings, he remains confident in his abilities and offseason work, believing he is as capable as many established players.
