Hammel (0-4) did not factor in the decision in Friday's 10-9 win over Cleveland, allowing nine runs on six hits -- including three home runs -- over 3.2 innings. He walked three and recorded one strikeout.
Hammel gave up three home runs including a fourth inning grand slam to Michael Brantley, and needed 89 pitches to record 11 outs. The 35-year-old only avoided the loss as the Royals' offense scored six unanswered runs to close out the game. Hammel has an ugly 6.13 ERA and 1.45 WHIP with a K:BB of 25:16 this season, and is next set to start against the Rays on Wednesday.