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Sun Mar 1717:36Zack Wheeler Named Opening Day Starter
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler has been confirmed as the Opening Day starter, according to manager Rob Thompson. The right-hander has earned this opportunity given how excellent he has pitched over the last few seasons. This will be a change of pace for the Phillies as Aaron Nola has started the last seven Opening Day games for the Phillies. The organization will shake it up and have Wheeler take the ball against the Atlanta Braves on March 28. The assumption is that Nola will follow him as the second starter.
Source: Scott LauberRotoBaller.com
Mon Mar 410:08Zack Wheeler Signs Big Extension
Jon Heyman of MLB Network has reported that Philadelphia Phillies ace Zack Wheeler has agreed to terms on a three-year, $126 million extension to remain in Philly for the foreseeable future. The right-hander already has a year left on his current deal, so the extension won't kick in until the 2025 season. Wheeler is coming off of an impressive 2023 campaign and has consistently been one of the top pitchers in the league since signing with the Phillies four seasons ago. With one of the better offenses in the league, Wheeler should continue to rack up W's to go along with his other strong numbers. He is a safe Top-10 option as a starting pitcher heading into the season.
Source: Jon HeymanRotoBaller.com
Wed Feb 1415:03Zack Wheeler, Phillies Have Started Extension Negotiations
Right-hander Zack Wheeler and the Philadelphia Phillies have started negotiations on a potential contract extension, according to Wheeler. It's early in the process, but Wheeler is hoping they can get something done before the start of the 2024 regular season. "I love it here. We're happy here," Wheeler said. The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal said on Tuesday that he wouldn't be surprised if the two sides get something done soon. The 33-year-old made his first All-Star team in 2021 and has been everything the Phillies had hoped for since signing him before the 2020 season. In his four years with the Phils, Wheeler has gone 43-25 with a 3.06 ERA (2.90 FIP) and 1.05 WHIP with 135 walks and 675 strikeouts in 629 1/3 innings over 101 starts. Fantasy managers should have every reason to believe he'll remain a high-end starter in 2024.
Source: The Athletic - Matt GelbRotoBaller.com
Tue Feb 1314:47Phillies, Zack Wheeler Expected To Reach Extension Soon
The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal said on Foul Territory on Tuesday that he expects the Philadelphia Phillies and right-hander Zack Wheeler to agree on a contract extension before the start of the regular season. Wheeler will be turning 34 years old this May, but the veteran hurler has been everything the Phillies had hoped he'd be when they signed him as a free agent before the 2020 season. In his four years with the team, Wheeler has gone 43-25 with a 3.06 ERA (2.90 FIP) and 1.05 WHIP with 135 walks and 675 strikeouts in 629 1/3 innings over 101 starts in the regular season. He's managed to stay healthy and has been one of the best all-around starting pitchers in the game in his time in Philadelphia, and he hasn't shown any signs of slowing down in 2024.
Source: The Athletic - Ken RosenthalRotoBaller.com
Wed Feb 712:15Phillies Want To Re-Sign Zack Wheeler
Philadelphia Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski said the team really wants to bring back right-hander Zack Wheeler as he heads into the final year of his five-year contract. "Well, we would love to sign Zack today if we could. I think it's important we re-sign him. I think he's one of the best pitchers in baseball...I know Wheels loves it in Philadelphia." The 33-year-old has been an ace for the Phillies in his time with the team and had another strong year in 2023 with a 13-6 record, 3.61 ERA (3.15 FIP) and 1.08 WHIP with 39 walks and 212 strikeouts in 192 innings over 32 starts in 2023. There's little evidence to suggest that Wheeler won't be a fantasy ace again in 2024 after reaching the 200-strikeout threshold in two of the last three seasons in Philly.
Source: 94WIP.com - Andrew PorterRotoBaller.com
Mon Oct 23 202323:40Zack Wheeler Should Be Available In Relief In Game 7
Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson indicated that right-hander Zack Wheeler should be available in relief for Game 7 of the National League Championship Series on Tuesday night against the Arizona Diamondbacks. "All hands on deck," Thomson said. Wheeler threw 99 pitches in a Game 5 victory over the D-backs on Saturday, so he'll probably only be available for an inning or two, at the most, if the Phillies call on Wheeler out of the bullpen on Tuesday night. The 33-year-old has been pretty dominant in this postseason as well, posting a 2.08 ERA (six earned runs in 26 innings), only two walks and 34 strikeouts in his four starts. Dating back to last year, Wheeler has a 2.48 ERA with nine walks and 67 K's in 61 2/3 career playoff innings.
Source: The Athletic - Matt GelbRotoBaller.com
Tue Oct 10 202300:08Zack Wheeler Pitches Well In Game 2 No-Decision
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler put forth another strong postseason effort in Monday's National League Division Series Game 2 5-4 loss to the Braves. Wheeler pitched 6 1/3 innings, allowing three runs (two earned) on three hits (including a home run) and a walk with 10 strikeouts. The Braves would end up winning the game, however, saddling Wheeler with a no-decision. The 33-year-old has pitched very well for the Phillies in the 2022-23 postseasons, going 2-3 with a 2.59 ERA in 48 2/3 IP over eight starts.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Mon Oct 9 202302:47Zack Wheeler Set To Start Game 2, Aaron Nola Gets Game 3
The Philadelphia Phillies are going back to their aces for Games 2 and 3 of the Division Series against the Atlanta Braves. For Game 2, Zack Wheeler will take the mound against Max Fried of the Braves. In Game 3, Aaron Nola will pitch for the Phils, but it is not yet known who he will face. In the Wild Card round, Wheeler and Nola showed why they have been considered one of the best one-two punches in baseball, throwing a combined 13 innings of one-run ball to lead the Phillies to a sweep over the Miami Marlins. The Braves are a different beast, but if the duo can pitch up to their potential it could mean a date in the Championship Series for the Phillies.
Source: Matt GelbRotoBaller.com
Sun Oct 1 202322:06Zack Wheeler To Start Game 1 Of Wild-Card Series
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler has been named the starter for Tuesday's Game 1 of the wild-card series against the Miami Marlins. This doesn't come as a huge surprise considering Wheeler has been the ace of this team all season long. Through 32 starts, Wheeler posted a 3.61 ERA, 1.08 WHIP, and a 212/39 K/BB ratio this season. The expectation is that Aaron Nola will follow him for Game 2 of this series.
Source: Kevin BarralRotoBaller.com
Thu Sep 28 202317:22Zack Wheeler Looks To Put A Bow On Another Strong Year
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler hopes to create some momentum heading into the postseason during Thursday's start versus the crosstown-rival Pittsburgh Pirates. The 33-year-old stalwart brings a 3.64 ERA, 1.07 ERA, and 207:38 K:BB across 188 innings into this favorable spot and his season finale. Not only has Wheeler dominated Pittsburgh for a 4-0 record, 2.13 ERA, and 0.95 WHIP in 38 career innings, but the current Pirates roster is a combined 3-for-31 against him. The All-Star right-hander represents one of the slate's most confident season-long starts, especially considering Wheeler's historical success opposing the Bucs.
Source: StatcastRotoBaller.com
Wed Sep 6 202321:59Zack Wheeler Twirls Gem Versus San Diego
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler was lights out Wednesday, giving up one hit and two walks while not allowing a runner to cross the plate. Wheeler went six innings to grab the quality start and a 5-1 win over the Padres. Over his last seven starts, Wheeler is 3-1 with a 2.80 ERA, 0.87 WHIP, and 47 strikeouts in 45 innings pitched. With a handful of starts left, Wheeler will look to finish the season strong and can be a great help to fantasy managers in the playoffs.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Sat Aug 26 202315:03Zack Wheeler Looks To Maintain Consistency Versus Cardinals
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler takes the bump for Saturday's start versus the St. Louis Cardinals. The 33-year-old saw a streak of seven straight quality starts disrupted in his last time out, but he hasn't allowed more than eight baserunners in any of his past eight appearances. Wheeler looks to keep rolling along in Saturday's matchup with St. Louis, who the right-hander has spectacularly held to one run over 22 innings (three starts) against since 2021. Wheeler has served as one of fantasy's most reliable options in 2023 and the former All-Star should remain ingrained in season-long lineups for this one.
Source: StatmuseRotoBaller.com
Tue Aug 8 202314:13Zack Wheeler Starting Game 1 Of Doubleheader Tuesday
Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler is getting the start for Game 1 of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Washington Nationals. Left-hander Ranger Suarez was originally scheduled to start Monday night's contest before it was postponed, but the Phillies will pivot to Wheeler for Game 1, while Suarez will take the ball for the second half of the twin bill. The 33-year-old Wheeler is in the middle of another nice season, working to a 3.71 ERA in 22 starts. Additionally, Wheeler's 22.8% K-BB ratio ranks fifth among qualified pitchers, while his 4.3 fWAR is the best mark in baseball among qualified hurlers. The right-hander has certainly been a boon to fantasy managers, and he'll take on a Nationals offense that is tied for 24th with a .303 wOBA versus right-handed pitching this season.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Sat Jul 29 202301:35Zack Wheeler Fans 11 Hitters For Eighth Win
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler hurled 6 2/3 innings of one-run ball with 11 strikeouts for his eighth win of the season on Friday against the Pittsburgh Pirates. He permitted three hits and one walk in the team's 2-1 victory. Wheeler struck out the first-inning side and recorded six of his 11 punchouts over three spotless opening frames. The right-hander ran into some trouble after giving up a Ji Man Choi RBI double in the fourth, but that acted as the brunt of the damage to his ledger an on otherwise dominant evening. Wheeler fired two more clean innings before coming out after an Endy Rodriguez two-out single during the seventh. The 33-year-old brings a 3.74 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 145:24 K:BB (125 innings) into a scheduled date with the Miami Marlins on Wednesday.
Source: Yahoo SportsRotoBaller.com
Sun Jul 16 202323:19Zack Wheeler Fans Seven Hitters In No-Decision
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler logged a quality start on Sunday, permitting three runs on five hits over seven innings with seven strikeouts for a no-decision. The 33-year-old mostly pitched well in this one, but a couple of solo home runs would act as the brunt of the damage against his ledger. Wheeler settled for a no-decision after the Phillies surrendered a two-run lead after he was relieved, ultimately walking it off in extras. The former All-Star right-hander totes a respectable 4.04 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, and 126:22 K:BB across 111 1/3 frames this year. Wheeler lines up for a favorable date with the weak-hitting Cleveland Guardians on Saturday.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Sun Jul 2 202314:12Zack Wheeler Struggles, Nabs Cheap Win
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler threw five innings with six strikeouts during Saturday's 19-4 demolition of the Washington Nationals. The 33-year-old surrendered four runs on seven hits, but ran off with his seventh win of the campaign anyway. Wheeler was taken yard by former New York Mets teammate Dominic Smith during the second frame before a three-run fifth, which would ultimately be his last inning of the day. Wheeler launched just 85 pitches in this one; the right-hander perhaps could have worked the sixth had the Phillies not spotted him with 19 runs. The former All-Star shows an underwhelming 4.03 ERA, but promising 1.19 WHIP with 112 punchouts over 98 1/3 frames this year. Wheeler's next scheduled start comes on Friday against the Miami Marlins.
Source: Yahoo SportsRotoBaller.com
Fri Jun 9 202313:51Zack Wheeler Dazzles With Seven No-Hit Innings For Huge Rebound
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler threw 7 1/3 terrific innings against the Detroit Tigers on Thursday. The 33-year-old had a no-hit bid through seven frames, striking out eight batters and accruing one unearned run. Wheeler couldn't nab the win as Philly walked it off for a 3-2 triumph. It's a massive bounce-back after his seven-run mess last weekend against the Washington Nationals. Wheeler has been extremely volatile in 2023, having let in one run or less in five appearances. The right-hander has also allowed four runs or greater in five other showings with two quality starts mixed in. Wheeler seeks some consistency against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Wednesday at Chase Field, a ballpark he has a crooked 6.82 ERA over 13 2/3 innings at since 2019. The former All-Star checks almost every box on Statcast, so Wheeler remains one of the top pitching options on any particular slate he participates in.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Sat May 27 202319:06Zack Wheeler Fans Season-High 12 Batters In Fourth Win
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler fired eight brilliant innings in a 2-1 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Saturday. He punched out 12 hitters and scattered three hits to boost his ERA to 3.60 and WHIP to 1.14. The 32-year-old has mostly cruised against Atlanta since 2020, collecting a masterful 1.82 ERA and 89 strikeouts in 11 starts (74.1 innings) opposing the divisional foe. Wheeler takes the ball next on Friday versus the light-hitting Washington Nationals. The former All-Star has run into a bit of trouble against the Nats since 2019, though, compiling a suspect 4.26 ERA and 80 strikeouts in 15 appearances (88.2 innings). Wheeler, a fantasy stalwart, should be started with confidence regardless.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Tue May 23 202300:17Zack Wheeler Middling Again Monday, Takes Loss
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler was underwhelming in Monday's 6-3 loss to the Diamondbacks. Wheeler pitched six innings, allowing four runs (three earned) on eight hits (including two home runs) and a walk with three strikeouts. The 32-year-old hasn't been bad this season but hasn't been what fantasy managers were drafting him for. He is now 3-4 with a 4.11 ERA and 10.11 K/9 rate through 10 starts. The encouraging thing is that his ERA estimators are all in the low-to-mid threes, so hopefully those results will start to materialize. Wheeler will face a tough matchup at the Braves in his next start.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Sat May 6 202300:15Zack Wheeler Throws Into Sixth Inning In Loss To Boston
On Friday, Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler was on the mound for 5 and 1/3 innings during the team's 5-3 loss to the Red Sox. He gave up five runs, with four earned, from seven hits and zero walks while striking out five batters. Despite his prior excellent outings, Wheeler encountered a challenge against Boston. He conceded runs in the first, third, and sixth innings. Wheeler is expected to pitch again on Wednesday versus Toronto.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
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