Cole Hamels was wonderful last night [nh], limiting the Padres to one run over eight strong to earn his first victory in 45 days. Perhaps it was the fact that the Padres are the worst team in the majors, but I think he was just trying to impress his parents.

Gary and Amanda Hamels, who reside in Sandy Eggo, had some primo seats to catch a glimpse of their son. When King Cole got out of the seventh by inducing an inning-ending double play, the cameras panned to the proud parents and Gary was downing a celebratory Miller Lite:

Good job, Mr. H. Besides the fact that you’re not allowed to drink beer on national TV, Cole’s pop looks like the type that grabs 3 Miller Lites at the concession stand just before they cut off beer sales in the middle of the 7th. Hey - he’s just like me!

(Tip of the red cap to The Kreesh for the heads-up)

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