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Nick Pollack’s SP Roundup for Monday breaks down every starter, led by Zack Wheeler’s alarming 4-inning, 8-run outing that flags command and walk-rate issues, while strong efforts from Kevin Gausman, Sandy Alcantara, Zebby Matthews, Parker Messick, and Kumar Rocker provide fantasy hope; Tyler Glasnow’s return headlines the Game of the Day, and streaming picks have moved to the SP Matchups & Streamer Rankings piece.
Phillies beat the Marlins 6-4 to extend a five-game win streak and reach 11 games over .500, but Zack Wheeler’s recent inconsistency—five innings, two runs, four walks, and a 6.64 ERA over his last five starts—raises concerns for Philadelphia’s playoff push.
The Philadelphia Phillies dropped two of three to the St. Louis Cardinals after the All-Star break, continuing a rough stretch as their offense was held to one run in the final two games. Zack Wheeler struggled, allowing five runs (four earned) in a 5th-inning spike and raising his ERA to 2.89, as the team went 10-15 since the break and slipped further in the NL wild-card race with about 40 games left. Harper is dealing with knee soreness, Realmuto noted Wheeler’s suspect fastball command, and Philadelphia heads to Field of Dreams hoping to turn things around.
During Alumni Weekend, the Phillies lost 5-4 to the Blue Jays despite drawing 10 walks, mustering only four runs and leaving 11 on base as Zack Wheeler labored through 5 1/3 innings (116 pitches) with four runs allowed and a season-high five walks. Toronto's Jose Soriano, in his first start for the Jays, held Philly to two runs in 4 2/3 innings. The Phils loaded the bases in the ninth with no outs but could not capitalize; Bohm grounded into a fielder's choice and Marsh popped out to end the rally. Chase Utley's Wall of Fame ceremony preceded the game, and Jays hitting coach David Popkins was ejected after a heated exchange.
Zack Wheeler worked seven sharp innings with nine Ks, but a Max Muncy two-run homer in the fourth gave the Dodgers the lead. Alec Bohm collected three hits for Philadelphia, and the Phillies threatened in the bottom of the ninth after Bohm’s leadoff single, yet a baserunning blunder by JT Realmuto — caught in a rundown while Bohm’s replacement hopped a rundown — ended the rally and sealed a 2-1 Dodgers win. Tanner Scott earned the five-out save for L.A. as Philadelphia prepares for the series finale with Aaron Nola facing Eric Lauer.
Left off the All-Star roster, Zack Wheeler responded with a dominant performance, striking out 14 to tie a career high and publicly calling the selection process 'BS', then declined the later invitation but proceeded to six scoreless innings in his next start, lowering his ERA to 2.13 as his 'spite' appears to sharpen his pitching.
Zack Wheeler declined a replacement spot on the NL All-Star roster, saying the selection process disrespected him despite a 2.28 ERA over 14 starts; he would have pitched Sunday before the All-Star Game, but chose not to participate, while MLB added two NL replacements and Wheeler planned to spend the break with his family.
Zack Wheeler turned down a late invitation to the National League All-Star Game after saying he felt disrespected by how the roster replacement was handled. The Phillies ace, who had begun the weekend 9-1 with a 2.28 ERA and 98 strikeouts after returning from thoracic outlet surgery, stressed the decision was about the process—not the game itself—and noted he wouldn’t participate as a “fifth option.
After being left off the All-Star roster, Zack Wheeler delivered seven innings with 14 strikeouts against the Reds, earning a 4-1 win for the Phillies. His agent had called the snub 'tone deaf,' and Wheeler later said the snub 'pisses me off' as motivation. The performance tied a career-high in K's, marked him as the first pitcher since Randy Johnson to post back-to-back 12+ strikeout starts against Cincinnati, and showcased how spite can fuel peak pitching—even with Philadelphia already having six All-Stars.
Zack Wheeler’s season debut ignited a 16-5 Phillies run, with Wheeler and Cristopher Sánchez delivering elite innings while Schwarber’s 20 homers and Harper’s top-10 OPS fuel the lineup. Aaron Nola shows flashes of peak form but struggles with locating his fastball, raising questions about in-zone contact. The team is balancing star power with in-season adjustments, expanding international scouting (Japan) and elevating Dusty Wathan, signaling a broader push toward sustained contention beyond a few marquee players.
Zack Wheeler pitched seven scoreless innings as the Phillies defeated the Pirates 6-0 to complete a sweep and move above .500 for the first time this season. Paul Skenes faded in the fifth, allowing a three-run frame that included Bryce Harper’s homer and Bryson Stott’s RBI double, with Stott later adding a solo shot in the eighth. The Phillies’ bullpen held the lead, and they’ll host the Reds next with Andrew Painter slated to start.
Zack Wheeler was reinstated from the 15-day injured list and will start for the Phillies tonight against the Braves, returning seven months after surgery to remove a blood clot near his throwing shoulder and a thoracic outlet syndrome procedure. He posted a 5.85 ERA over 20 rehab innings with velocity around 92.9 mph in rehab starts, while Philadelphia’s rotation has struggled with a 5.68 ERA. To make room on the roster, Alex McFarlane was optioned to Triple-A. Wheeler’s exact performance level remains to be seen, but his return could provide a much-needed boost for a slumping rotation.
Zack Wheeler is slated to start for the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday against the Braves in his season debut after thoracic outlet surgery, coming off a four-inning, 77-pitch rehab outing. Manager Rob Thomson said Wheeler could throw about 80+ pitches and possibly six innings, with a likely cap near 90. The Phillies have not named a starter for the next game but are eyeing Taijuan Walker as an opener, with Cristopher Sánchez, Andrew Painter, and Aaron Nola in following starts. The rotation has struggled this season (mid-pack to poor ERA overall), and Wheeler’s velocity sits around 93 mph after rehab, down a few ticks from last year, leaving the team hoping for a positive spark from his return.
Philadelphia officially re-signed J.T. Realmuto and acknowledged they were close to signing Bo Bichette before the Mets swooped in; the club plans to stay prudent on spending, with payroll around $281M and a 110% luxury tax, and is expected to move on from Nick Castellanos. Zack Wheeler is progressing after thoracic outlet surgery with no fixed return date, while the rotation currently features Aaron Nola, Cristopher Sanchez, Jesus Luzardo, Taijuan Walker, and top prospect Andrew Painter contending for the fifth spot, with possible minor additions forthcoming.
Zack Wheeler's season is over due to a diagnosis of venous thoracic outlet syndrome, requiring surgery with an expected recovery of six to eight months. The Phillies remain optimistic about his return and are adjusting their pitching rotation accordingly, while other players like Aaron Nola are expected to step up in Wheeler's absence.