Hammel did not factor into the decision Friday, allowing one run on four hits and three walks in six innings. He also struck out six batters.
After giving up hits to the first two batters he faced, Hammel really got into a groove, retiring 10 batters in a row at one point. Unfortunately for the right-hander, the Cubs bullpen gave up his lead in the eighth inning, making Hammel's quality start go for naught. Hammel is slated to pitch next on Thursday when the Cubs host the Reds.