Fri Oct 7 2022 | 10:16 | Zack Wheeler Starting Game 1 For Phillies |
Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Zack Wheeler has been tabbed as the team's Game 1 starter against the St. Louis Cardinals in the National League Wild-Card Series that begins on Friday. He'll be opposed by Cardinals left-hander Jose Quintana. In his final three starts of the regular season, Wheeler allowed just one earned run on nine hits while walking one and striking out 15 in 15 innings pitched. He was also excellent in his two starts against the Red Birds this year, throwing 14 shutout innings on nine hits while walking two and striking out 10. The 32-year-old finished the regular season with a strong 2.82 ERA and 163 K's in 153 innings pitched. |
Source: Phillies Twitter | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Sep 27 2022 | 23:31 | Christopher Morel Goes Deep Tuesday |
Chicago Cubs rookie outfielder Christopher Morel had one hit in his three at-bats Tuesday, but he made it count, taking Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler deep in the bottom of the third inning of a 2-1 win. It was Morel's 15th long ball of the season to go with his .749 OPS, 54 runs scored, 42 RBI and 10 stolen bases in 401 plate appearances. That's plenty of production across all fantasy categories, especially when you consider that Morel was likely free off the waiver wire early in the season. |
Source: MLB.com | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Sep 27 2022 | 23:28 | Zack Wheeler Effective In No-Decision |
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler made his second start since returning from the injured list Tuesday, and he was effective, allowing one run on five hits and a walk in six innings against the Chicago Cubs. He struck out five batters in the no-decision, as the Phillies fell 2-1. Wheeler does not appear to have missed a beat from sitting out for a month, though fantasy managers were certainly disappointed not to have his production at this key point in the season. Wheeler has a 2.92 ERA and 1.06 WHIP with 11 wins and 156 strikeouts through 148 2022 innings. |
Source: MLB.com | RotoBaller.com |
Wed Sep 21 2022 | 14:57 | Phillies Activate Zack Wheeler From Injured List |
The Philadelphia Phillies activated right-handed starting pitcher Zack Wheeler (forearm) from the 15-day injured list on Wednesday. The 32-year-old has pitched to a 3.07 ERA and a 2.97 FIP in 138 innings for the National League East franchise this season. He's also logged 148 strikeouts and 33 walks in those 138 innings. Wheeler previously made his last start for the Phillies on August 20. Prior to landing on the injured list, the veteran had allowed three runs or fewer in 18 of his 23 starts this year. Philadelphia also optioned right-handed reliever Sam Coonrod to Triple-A. |
Source: Philadelphia Phillies | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Sep 16 2022 | 18:18 | Zack Wheeler Targeting Wednesday Return |
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler (forearm) pitched two simulated innings on Friday, and is targeting a return to the rotation Wednesday against the Toronto Blue Jays. Good news for the righty, who has been out since August 20 with elbow soreness/forearm tendinitis. He was originally expected back two weeks ago, but after experiencing renewed soreness in his elbow he took a week off from throwing. He is feeling better now, though, and won't need a minor league rehab assignment before jumping back in the Phillies rotation. His first start will be an abbreviated one, but he can still be of use in daily lineup leagues next week. |
Source: Matt Gelb | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Sep 13 2022 | 19:03 | Zack Wheeler Throws Bullpen Tuesday |
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler (forearm) threw a successful bullpen session on Tuesday, and he's scheduled to throw another one or live batting practice on Friday in Atlanta. Barring setbacks, Wheeler could be back in the starting rotation for the Phillies as early as next Tuesday against the Toronto Blue Jays. The Phillies could use Wheeler down the stretch as they look to hang onto one of the National League's three wild-card spots for the postseason. The 32-year-old could still help fantasy managers win a title the rest of the way in September if he can return next week, albeit in a tough matchup against Toronto. Wheeler has gone 11-7 in 2022 with a 3.07 ERA (2.98 FIP), a 1.08 WHIP and a 148:33 K:BB in 138 innings pitched over 23 starts. |
Source: MLB.com - Todd Zolecki | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Sep 8 2022 | 16:06 | Zack Wheeler Plays Catch Again Thursday |
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler (forearm) played catch from 90 feet on Thursday and will do so again from 120 feet on Friday. After that, he'll progress to a bullpen session, and he could return to the starting rotation without making a minor league rehab start. That's good news for fantasy managers, as time is running out in the 2022 regular season for Wheeler to make an impact. The 32-year-old right-hander was scratched from his scheduled start on Tuesday against the Miami Marlins, but he could return to the rotation early next week, barring a setback over the next couple of days. Before his injury, Wheeler had a 3.07 ERA (2.97 FIP), a 1.08 WHIP, 148 strikeouts and 33 walks in 138 innings over 23 starts for his fantasy managers. |
Source: The Athletic - Matt Gelb | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Sep 6 2022 | 16:44 | Zack Wheeler Plays Catch Tuesday |
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler (forearm) played a little catch on Tuesday. Wheeler was pulled from his originally scheduled start on Tuesday against the Miami Marlins with renewed soreness in his right forearm. If he doesn't have any setbacks after throwing on Tuesday, he could move to a bullpen session later this week. The 32-year-old will be hoping to return to the team's rotation sooner than later, but there's not much time left in the regular season this month for him to make a fantasy impact for those still playing for a championship. In 23 starts in 2022, the veteran right-hander has gone 11-7 with a 3.07 ERA (2.97 FIP), a 1.08 WHIP, 148 strikeouts and 33 walks in 138 innings. |
Source: The Athletic - Matt Gelb | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Sep 2 2022 | 21:08 | Zack Wheeler Still Experiencing Elbow Soreness |
Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Zack Wheeler (elbow) will take about a week off from throwing after he experienced renewed soreness in his right elbow. Wheeler went for an MRI which showed no structural damage, but the team will have him wait until next week before he begins throwing again. The veteran hurler was originally planning to return from the injured list to make a start against the Miami Marlins on Tuesday. Wheeler could still return before the end of the regular season but it may be too late to help fantasy gamers. |
Source: Matt Gelb on Twitter | RotoBaller.com |
Wed Aug 31 2022 | 21:58 | Zack Wheeler Could Return From Injured List Tuesday |
Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler (forearm) is expected to throw a bullpen session this weekend. If all goes well, he could be activated from the 15-day injured list to start Tuesday against the Miami Marlins. The 32-year-old had been sidelined since August 22 with tendinitis in his right forearm. He owns an 11-7 record with a 3.07 ERA, 1.08 WHIP, and a 148:33 K: BB across 138 innings in 2022. Barring any setbacks with his bullpen session, Wheeler will return from the IL and won't be limited in his first start back on Tuesday. Stay tuned for further updates. |
Source: Matt Gelb of The Athletic | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Aug 26 2022 | 21:59 | Zack Wheeler To Throw Bullpen Session Soon |
Philadelphia Phillies right-hander Zack Wheeler (forearm) is planning to throw a pair of bullpen sessions beginning in the next three-to-five days. Wheeler has been on the injured list since August 22 with tendinitis in his right forearm. The veteran hurler told reporters on Friday that he has been dealing with tendinitis throughout the season, as well as in past seasons, but that the issue doesn't usually bother him while he's on the mound. Wheeler could be ready to return to the Philly rotation in the next few weeks, provided that he doesn't suffer any setbacks. |
Source: Alex Coffey on Twitter | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Aug 25 2022 | 18:11 | Phillies Place Zack Wheeler On Injured List |
The Philadelphia Phillies placed right-hander Zack Wheeler (forearm) on the 15-day injured list with right forearm tendinitis on Thursday, with the move being retroactive to Aug. 22. It comes after he has given up 10 runs in 11 1/3 innings over his last two outings, so it's possible Wheeler had been pitching through some discomfort. The 32-year-old is still 11-7 with a 3.07 ERA (2.98 FIP), 1.08 WHIP, 148 strikeouts and 33 walks in 138 innings over 23 starts the for the Phillies and needs to be stashed in all fantasy leagues while he's on the shelf. Bailey Falter could be an option to replace Wheeler in the Phillies starting rotation in the near future. |
Source: Phillies Twitter | RotoBaller.com |
Sun Aug 14 2022 | 21:34 | Zack Wheeler Roughed Up Sunday |
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler had trouble in Sunday's 6-0 loss against the New York Mets. Across six innings, the right-hander allowed six runs on nine hits, including a home run. Although, he did post a 5:1 strikeout to walk ratio. Despite the poor performance, Wheeler has been one of the best fantasy assets this season, as he owns an 11-6 record with a 2.92 ERA, 1.06 WHIP, and 142 strikeouts in 132.2 innings (22 starts). He's been dominant for three consecutive seasons, so fantasy managers should continue trusting him in every matchup. |
Source: MLB.com | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Jul 29 2022 | 09:13 | Zack Wheeler Earns His Ninth Win On Thursday |
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler had a solid outing against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday. He pitched seven innings and allowed three hits, three walks and two earned runs while striking out eight. He earned the win to improve to 9-5 on the season. This was his fifth quality start over his last six outings. He posted a stellar 2.48 ERA across his five starts in July. His next start will be a tough one against the Phillies' division rivals, the Atlanta Braves, next Wednesday. |
Source: ESPN | RotoBaller.com |
Sun Jun 12 2022 | 11:06 | Zack Wheeler Very Sharp In Return On Saturday |
On Saturday, Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler, reinstated from the paternity list on Friday, went six solid innings pitched and allowed only two hits while striking out eight in the Phillies' 4-0 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks. Wheeler improved to 5-3 on the season, Ellen Adair danced and the Phillies won their ninth straight game as they remain red-hot along with the Atlanta Braves in the National League East. On the season, the Phillies ace now owns a 2.84 ERA, 1.09 WHIP and 75 strikeouts over 63 1/3 innings and 11 starts. Wheeler remains a must-start option in all fantasy formats. He is due to next face the Nationals in Washington on Thursday in what should be a favorable matchup. |
Source: mlb.com | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Jun 7 2022 | 17:09 | Zack Wheeler Goes On Paternity Leave |
The Philadelphia Phillies placed right-hander Zack Wheeler on the paternity list on Tuesday and recalled outfielder Matt Vierling from Triple-A Lehigh Valley in a corresponding move. The Phillies also put infielder Johan Camargo (knee) on the 10-day injured list with a right knee strain and selected the contract of infielder/outfielder Scott Kingery from Lehigh Valley. Wheeler's next scheduled start will come this Friday against the Arizona Diamondbacks, so he shouldn't be forced to miss any time. The 32-year-old was a first-time All-Star for the Phils last year, and he's been very strong again in his first 10 starts, going 4-3 with a 3.14 ERA, league-leading 2.30 FIP, 1.17 ERA, 67 strikeouts and only 15 walks in 57 1/3 innings. |
Source: Phillies Twitter | RotoBaller.com |
Thu May 19 2022 | 08:37 | Zack Wheeler Tosses Seven Shutout Innings On Wednesday |
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler had a dominant outing against the San Diego Padres on Wednesday. The right-hander pitched seven scoreless innings, allowing four hits and no walks while striking out a season-high nine batters. This was Wheeler's best start of the year by just about all measures. After three rocky starts to begin the year, Wheeler has now earned quality starts in three of his last four outings. He'll take a 2-3 record, a 3.49 ERA and a 1.14 WHIP into his next start, which will be on Monday against the Atlanta Braves. |
Source: ESPN | RotoBaller.com |
Wed May 11 2022 | 15:15 | Zack Wheeler To Start Against Dodgers On Thursday |
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler will return from the COVID-19 injured list and start on the road against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday. Wheeler went on the COVID list over the weekend, and he'll be on more than a week of rest after contracting the virus. The 31-year-old right-hander went a season-high 7 2/3 innings in his last start on May 4 against the Texas Rangers, but the Phillies might have him on more of a short leash in his return, and the matchup is poor from a fantasy perspective. Wheeler has allowed 12 earned runs on 24 hits while walking nine and striking out 25 in his first five starts over 26 1/3 innings. It's not the start his fantasy managers envisioned, but his 3.06 FIP points to better times ahead. |
Source: Philadelphia Inquirer - Scott Lauber | RotoBaller.com |
Sun May 8 2022 | 11:28 | Zack Wheeler, Zach Eflin Placed On COVID IL |
The Philadelphia Phillies placed pitchers Zack Wheeler and Zach Eflin on the COVID injured list Sunday. Philadelphia called up Francisco Morales and Connor Brogdon in a corresponding move. Wheeler was scheduled to start Monday's game against the Seattle Mariners, but it's unclear when he will return to the mound; the 31-year-old has thrown 13 2/3 scoreless innings while striking out 14 over his last two starts. Eflin was scheduled to start Game 2 of Sunday's doubleheader versus the New York Mets. It's unclear if either pitcher tested positive for COVID-19 or is a close contact. Fantasy managers will need to adjust their lineups accordingly. |
Source: Alex Coffey of The Philadelphia Inquirer | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 22 2022 | 21:22 | Zack Wheeler Hoping To Bounce Back Saturday |
Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler is listed as the team's probable starter on Saturday against the Milwaukee Brewers. Wheeler has made only two starts this season after dealing with right shoulder soreness during the offseason and spring training. Wheeler has not looked the same so far in 2022 after posting a career-low 2.78 ERA, a 1.01 WHIP, a career-best 29.1% strikeout rate, and a 5.4% walk rate over 213 1/3 innings pitched in 2021. Over his two starts in 2022, Wheeler has posted an unsightly 9.39 ERA, 1.83 WHIP, and a 6:4 K:BB in 7 2/3IP. The Phillies' ace will look to get back on track against a struggling Brewers offense that is batting just .207 as a team heading into action on Friday. |
Source: mlb.com | RotoBaller.com |