Zack Wheeler - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates

Phillies' top prospect earns Zack Wheeler comparison from J.T. Realmuto A Philadelphia Phillies top pitching prospect received a Zack Wheeler comparison from J.T. Realmuto, who addressed the young right-hander’s...

10 HOURS AGO • BOLAVIP.COM

Phillies manager Rob Thomson receives promising update on Zack Wheeler As the Philadelphia Phillies gear up for spring training, they have received an encouraging update on their star pitcher, Zack Wheeler.

1 DAY AGO • BOLAVIP.COM

Phillies urged to rely on Aaron Nola as rotation faces early-season uncertainty With Ranger Suárez gone and Zack Wheeler recovering from surgery, the Philadelphia Phillies are counting on Aaron Nola to rebound after a di...

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Ups throwing distance to 120 feet Phillies manager Rob Thomson said that Wheeler (shoulder) extended his throwing distance off flat ground to 120 feet Monday, Lochlahn March of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact Thomson acknowledged that he's uncertain when Wheeler will be ready to resume mound work, but the veteran right-hander is continuing to make steady progress in his throwing program after he underwent a procedure in mid-August to remove a blood clot near his shoulder and another surgery Sept. 23 to address venous thoracic outlet syndrome. At this point, the Phillies don't seem to be counting on Wheeler to be ready to go for Opening Day, but the 35-year-old appears on track to avoid an extended stay on the shelf to begin the 2025 campaign. Before being shut down last summer, Wheeler was firmly in the mix for the NL Cy Young Award after going 10-5 with a 2.71 ERA, 0.94 WHIP and 195 strikeouts in 149.2 innings over 24 starts.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Phillies Ace Zack Wheeler Keeps His Removed Rib in a Closet. Seriously!

After September surgery to remove a blood clot and part of a rib, Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler decided to hold onto a keepsake.

FEBRUARY 11 • FOX SPORTS

Phillies Ace Zack Wheeler Keeps His Removed Rib in a Closet. Seriously!

Wheeler keeps his surgically removed rib in his closet Zack Wheeler has a skeleton in his closet. Or at least, part of one. The Phillies ace right-hander told reporters on Wednesday that he got t...

FEBRUARY 11 • MLB.COM

Phillies' Zack Wheeler is keeping rib removed for thoracic outlet surgery in his closet | Sporting News This is an interesting decision from Zack Wheeler.

FEBRUARY 11 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Phils ace Wheeler not expected to be ready by Opening Day PHILADELPHIA -- The Phillies do not expect Zack Wheeler to be ready by Opening Day. It's not a huge surprise as the ace continues his rehab...

FEBRUARY 9 • MLB.COM

Rob Thomson delivers a painful truth about Zack Wheeler's status ahead of the Phillies' next season What Rob Thomson recently said about Zack Wheeler won’t sit well with Philadelphia Phillies fans, but it’s also not unexpected. As some had...

FEBRUARY 9 • BOLAVIP.COM

Phillies get good news on Zack Wheeler despite ace not being ready for Opening Day | Sporting News This is some bittersweet news for the Phillies on Zack Wheeler.

FEBRUARY 9 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Hoping for brief IL stay Phillies manager Rob Thomson said Monday that he doesn't anticipate Wheeler (shoulder) being ready for Opening Day, but he "doesn't think he'll be too far behind that," Paul Casell...

Impact The declaration largely vibes with previous reports on Wheeler's timetable, though Thomson's words are the clearest indication yet that the Phillies don't plan on having Wheeler available for Opening Day. Recovering from venous thoracic outlet surgery -- which is the less severe of the two TOS diagnoses -- Wheeler began a throwing program in early December and his rehab has gone off without a hitch to this point. More clarity on Wheeler's timeline could be available during spring training, but it seems he has a good shot to make his season debut sometime in April.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Phillies urged to retain backend starter who shoved down the stretch | Sporting News With Zack Wheeler down, the Phillies could turn to this veteran presence.

FEBRUARY 2 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Phillies insider reveals great Zack Wheeler news for 2026 return | Sporting News This is some welcome news for the Phillies and Wheeler.

JANUARY 30 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Phillies mailbag pt. 2: Zack Wheeler, pitching depth, Aidan Miller and more Part 2 of the offseason mailbag.

JANUARY 30 • PHILLIESNATION.COM

Team USA manager reveals plan for Phillies' Zack Wheeler before injury | Sporting News Zack Wheeler was nearly a part of the Team USA roster for the World Baseball Classic.

JANUARY 29 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Phillies predicted to sign $31 million All-Star ace to replace Ranger Suarez, hold the line until Zack Wheeler's return | Sporting News This guy would be a solid pickup for Philly.

JANUARY 23 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Phillies predicted to add All-Star to rotation for Zack Wheeler reason after missing out on Bo Bichette | Sporting News With Bichette headed to the Mets, the Phillies can pursue this All-Star instead.

JANUARY 23 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Slightly behind at start of camp Wheeler (shoulder) will be behind the Phillies' other starting pitchers at the beginning of spring training, but indications are that "he will not be too far behind," Matt Gelb of...

Impact Wheeler had an operation in mid-August to remove a blood clot near his right shoulder and then underwent venous thoracic outlet syndrome surgery in late September. He began a throwing program in early December, however, and long-tossed from 90 feet last week as part of what was "a very heavy workload for him," manager Rob Thomson said. While the Phillies have not ruled Wheeler out for Opening Day, it seems a stint on the injured list to begin the season is the likeliest course of action. There's no guarantee Wheeler will regain his pre-surgery form, although venous thoracic outlet syndrome is considered the less severe of the two TOS diagnoses.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Phillies' Rob Thomson reveals great Zack Wheeler injury update | Sporting News This is a good sign for Zack Wheeler.

JANUARY 7 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

What’s Next: With Tatsuya Imai Off the Board, Here Are the 5 Best Remaining Starters

Tatsuya Imai is off the board after signing with the Houston Astros. Here's a look at the remaining crop of free-agent pitchers.

JANUARY 1 • FOX SPORTS

What’s Next: With Tatsuya Imai Off the Board, Here Are the 5 Best Remaining Starters

New Phillies reliever Brad Keller is a TOS success story As Zack Wheeler rehabs from TOS surgery, Brad Keller is proof that pitchers can be successful after surgery.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • PHILLIESNATION.COM

Tatsuya Imai's Instagram follow of Zack Wheeler has Phillies fans buzzing | Sporting News Tatsuya Imai would be an incredible addition for the Phillies.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Resumes playing catch Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski said Monday that Wheeler (shoulder) began playing catch last week, Lochlahn March of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact Wheeler underwent surgery in late September to address venous thoracic outlet syndrome, which had been preceded by an operation in mid-August to remove a blood clot near his right shoulder. Venous thoracic outlet syndrome is considered the less severe of the two TOS diagnoses, but Wheeler remains questionable to be ready for Opening Day. A clearer picture of his timetable should be available during spring training.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

The free-agent starter with a unique path to success On a Phillies staff that featured the likes of Zack Wheeler, Aaron Nola and Cristopher Sánchez, it might’ve been easy for Ranger Suárez to f...

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • MLB.COM

Way-Too-Early 2026 MLB Power Rankings: How Teams Stand Before Winter Meetings

As we wait to see how MLB rosters take shape over the coming weeks and months, here’s where all 30 teams stand right now.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

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Phillies Ace Zack Wheeler Keeps His Removed Rib in a Closet. Seriously!

What’s Next: With Tatsuya Imai Off the Board, Here Are the 5 Best Remaining Starters

Way-Too-Early 2026 MLB Power Rankings: How Teams Stand Before Winter Meetings