Cubs starter Cole Hamels warmed up for the second inning, but after a few practice pitches he walked off the field and headed to clubhouse.
Hamels was throwing about 91mph, down from what he usually throws.
Mike Montgomery replaced Hamels.
We'll have more when the Cubs update Hamels' status.
UPDATE
The Cubs say Hamels felt something on his side.
The good news is that at least it's not arm related.
The bullpen was reconstructed during the early part of the offseason, but the heavy lifting seemingly began once the calendar flipped to January. After missing out on other free agent starters the Cubs pivoted to the trade market and acquired Edward Cabrera. Now, free agent rumors are picking up...
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