Troy Renck of The Denver Post writes that Jason Hammel "appears more likely to be in the rotation next spring than not." That wasn't the case just a month ago, when he was booted from the rotation. But, Hammel has rebounded to pitch well of late, including in a spot start earlier this month. He's due $4.75 million next season and, despite some inconsistencies, may have more value to the Rockies as a starter than what he would bring in a trade.