Justin Michael Hampson (born May 24, 1980) is an

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former professional

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. He played in

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(MLB) for the

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and

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Career

Colorado Rockies

Drafted by the

in the 28th round of the 1999 MLB amateur draft, Hampson made his

debut with the

on September 10, .

San Diego Padres

On August 10, 2008, Hampson pitched a scoreless fifth, sixth and seventh innings for the win after starter Chris Young gave up 7 runs in four innings in a 16-7 win over the Rockies. Hampson was released by the Padres on April 1, 2009.

Oakland Athletics

On May 27, 2009 Hampson signed a Minor League contract with the Oakland Athletics.

Independent baseball

Hampson pitched for the

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and

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in 2010.

New York Mets

On February 16, 2011, Hampson signed a minor league contract with the

. On June 25, 2012, he was called up by the Mets after

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was designated for assignment. However, on July 4, he was designated for assignment after just three relief appearances. He was called up again September 4 along with five other players as part of the Mets' September callups and proceeded to pitch in 10 games over the remainder of the season, yielding two runs in 8 2/3 innings. Following the season, Hampson was outrighted off the Mets' 40-man roster, and he declared free agency. He signed a minor league contract with the Mets on February 18, 2013.

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