"The Houston Astros say left-handed starting pitcher Mike Hampton will miss next season after undergoing surgery on his left shoulder. A statement issued by the Astros on Tuesday say surgeons at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York repaired a full left rotator cuff tear in Hampton's pitching shoulder. Dr. David Altchek, the New York Mets' medical director, also repaired partial damage to the labrum in the shoulder (Sportsline)."
I always liked Hampton even though I really have no reason to. Anyways, this year, next year, and most likely his career are over. I think most people will remember him for his big contracts that he never lived up to, or the fact he was always a great hitting pitcher. Like in 2001 with the Rockies, when he would hit .291 with 7 home runs. The following season he hit .344.
