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CHICAGO — When the Chicago Cubs traded for Cole Hamels http://www.stlouiscardinalsteamshop.com/authentic-jedd-gyorko-jersey , they figured the veteran starter would add depth to their rotation as they dealt with the uncertainty of Yu Darvish’s return.But after the Cubs shut Darvish down for the season earlier this week and with Chicago’s offense freshly breaking out of a slump heading into Thursday’s series-opener against the Cincinnati Reds at Wrigley Field, Hamels’ impressive start to his time with the Cubs may be even more valuable than originally expected.Hamels has allowed just two earned runs in his four Cubs’ starts combined and has posted wins in three of his four outings. Now, with the Cubs having lost three of their last four games, getting another steady performance out of Hamels (8-9, 4.00 ERA) on Thursday may just be what the Cubs need as they attempt to fend off their closest competitors in the National League Central Division.Article continues below ...“It’s the belief I’ve always had, every season, to go out and be a workhorse,” Hamels told reporters earlier this month, according to ESPN.com. “To gain momentum or continue winning streaks or end losing streaks.”That’s what the Cubs will be looking for from Hamels, who has dominated the Reds during his career with a 10-1 record with 1.93 ERA in 15 career starts against Cincinnati. The Cubs finally managed some offense in an 8-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday and snapped a five-game stretch in which they scored only one run in each of the five games with all of their scoring coming via the solo home run.Daniel Murphy, who made his Cubs debut after being acquired from the Washington Nationals on Tuesday, went 2-for-5 and delivered an RBI single as part of the Cubs’ victory, which Javier Baez cemented with a three-run homer and an Anthony Rizzo solo shot in the ninth inning. Murphy’s presence will provide some infield insurance as the Cubs placed shortstop Addison Russell on the 10-day disabled list on Wednesday. Russell was scratched from Tuesday’s game with shoulder inflammation but was placed on the disabled list with a sprained left middle finger. Russell became the second Cubs starting infielder to be sidelined as third baseman Kris Bryant is slowly working his way back from a shoulder injury.“(Russell’s) pretty beat up right now,” manager Joe Maddon told reporters on Wednesday Carlos Martinez Jersey , according to mlb.com. “The thing I love about him is he doesn’t make excuses. Let’s get him well, let’s get him ready for the last month.”The Reds will enter this weekend’s four-game series after losing two of three games against the Milwaukee Brewers. Cincinnati managed only five hits in a 4-0 loss on Wednesday when the Reds put only one runner in scoring position over seven innings.“We just didn’t put anything together,” Reds interim manager Jim Riggleman told reporters following the loss, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer.Anthony DeSclafani (6-3, 4.12) will start for the Reds on Thursday and will be searching for his third victory this month. Like Hamels, DeSclafani has limited the runs he has surrendered and has just allowed a pair of earned runs in August in three games. He is coming off a solid 7 2/3-inning-outing against the San Francisco Giants when he gave up one run and six hits while striking out five in a no-decision.He is 3-2 with a 3.59 ERA in eight career starts against the Cubs, and he is 1-0 with a 2.84 ERA in his only start against Chicago this season. He gave up three hits and two runs in 6 2/3 innings in that start on June 23. As the New York Mets look for their next general manager, they have narrowed the search down to two candidates: agentBrodie Van Wagenen and Tampa Bay Rays executive Chaim Bloom.Per Andy Martino of SNY.tv,Van Wagenen is in "very strong position" to win the job, but Bloom remains in the running.The Athletic'sKenRosenthalalso noted that his "sense" is the Mets will go withVanWagenen.Yahoo Sports' Jeff Passan reported Van Wagenen is the "significant favorite" and that the job is "his if he wants it."Anthony DiComo of MLB.com recently broke down the list of finalists:Longtime MLB general manager Doug Melvin was eliminated from the race Thursday, according toNewsday'sTimHealey, making it a two-person field.While other candidates have experience working in front offices around baseball, VanWagenenis the co-head of the baseball division atCAASports. He represents high-profile Mets such asJacobdeGrom,NoahSyndergaard Lance Lynn Jersey ,YoenisCespedesand Todd Frazier.New York may view the 44-year-oldVanWagenenas a qualified candidate, but others believe including an agent in the process could create a conflict of interest.Agent ScottBorastoldMike Pumaof theNew York Postearlier this week he has previously passed up opportunities to avoid any potential issues:"TheBorasCorporation stands for a total commitment to players, and while I have been offered many opportunities with teams, I would never violate the trust that I have with any player, and that is very important to what I do. I am an attorney, and I want [players] to tell me everything, and a lot of these things are confidential, they are personal, and if I went to work for a different employer, I would have to divulge all that information because I have to do my job for that other employer I made a commitment to."VanWagenendownplayed any concerns, per Puma:"In my role as an agent, my solution is to create opportunities for players to be successful both on and off the field. By creating partnerships between players and teams, the interests of all parties can be aligned. If the players are able to reach their peak potential, the fans will be rewarded with a competitive team that can contend for championships year in and year out. The clubs benefit with compelling http://www.stlouiscardinalsteamshop.com/authentic-mark-mcgwire-jersey , sustainable and profitable entertainment franchises; and the players are rewarded with a platform to realize their childhood dreams while receiving compensation consistent with their tremendous talents."My conversations with the Mets continue to be organic. I believe baseball is better when the Mets are competitive and successful. That success is better for the fans, players and the economy of the sport. As Jeff and Fred [Wilpon] continue their search for a new head of baseball operations, the players, fans and entire organization will be motivated to have a leader with the skills and commitment to win. If theWilponsbelieve I am that person, we will have that conversation."According toUSA Today'sGabeLacques, VanWagenenraised the question of collusion by teams last offseason and threatened a player boycott of spring training.Meanwhile, there are no such concerns with Bloom. The 35-year-old has spent the last 14 years within the Tampa Bay Rays organization, working his way from intern tosenior vice president of baseball operations. His most recent roles included being involved inplayer development, scouting and trade negotiations, according to the Rays'official website.A decision is not expected until Monday at the earliest.