FILE - In this Feb. 23, 2013, file photo, Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Cole Hamels delivers against the Houston Astros during an exhibition spring training baseball game in Clearwater, Fla. Hamels says it's an &quot;honor&quot; to start on opening day and he'll &quot;cherish&quot; his first assignment when the Phillies begin the season against the Braves at Atlanta on April 1. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)