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Still tracking toward April return Wheeler (shoulder) threw 29 pitches over two simulated innings on the back fields of Phillies camp Monday, Matt Gelb of The Athletic reports.

Impact The 35-year-old righty is still slated to open the season on the 10-day injured list while he builds back up from venous thoracic outlet syndrome surgery, which he underwent Sept. 23. While facing off Monday against some of the Phillies' lower-level farmhands, Wheeler reportedly looked sharp and ramped up his velocity in the second inning. Wheeler is expected to continue increasing the volume and intensity of his sim games over the next week or two before potentially kicking off a rehab assignment shortly after the minor-league season gets underway. Though he's currently without a firm target date for making his 2026 Phillies debut, Wheeler appears likely to return from the IL at some point in April.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Phillies Ace Christopher Sánchez Agrees to Reworked 6-Year Deal

The Philadelphia Phillies have agreed to a new six-year contract with Opening Day starter Cristopher Sánchez

MARCH 22 • FOX SPORTS

Phillies Ace Christopher Sánchez Agrees to Reworked 6-Year Deal

Phillies add Andrew Painter to rotation, move that could impact Zack Wheeler's return Andrew Painter joins Philadelphia Phillies rotation, a move that could impact Zack Wheeler’s recovery timeline and shape the team’s pitching...

MARCH 21 • BOLAVIP.COM

Phillies rotation looks solid even without Zack Wheeler The Philadelphia Phillies will not be able to begin the upcoming 2026 MLB season with Zack Wheeler, but the announced group of starters stil...

MARCH 20 • BOLAVIP.COM

Rookie right-hander Andrew Painter makes Phillies' opening day roster as No. 5 starter

Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson has announced that rookie right-hander Andrew Painter has made the team’s opening day roster as the No. 5 starter

MARCH 20 • Associated Press

Phillies get great sign with Zack Wheeler amid first live game action | Sporting News This is a great sign for Zack Wheeler amid his recovery.

MARCH 19 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Phillies announce when Zack Wheeler will return to mound Zack Wheeler's return to the Philadelphia Phillies is just a matter of time. MORE: Phillies to sign 28-year-old star to $135 million extensi...

MARCH 19 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Will pitch in minors game Monday Wheeler (shoulder) will pitch in a minor-league game Monday, Todd Zolecki of MLB.com reports.

Impact Wheeler will be limited to 40 pitches, but it will mark his first game action of the spring. The veteran right-hander is set to open the regular season on the injured list, but a return at some point in April appears to still be on the table. Wheeler has been throwing bullpens and live batting practice sessions for the past few weeks. Top pitching prospect Andrew Painter figures to open the season in the Phillies' rotation while Wheeler works his way into game shape.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

NL East Preview: Phillies bring back core as they try to hold off new-look Mets, banged-up Braves

Still powered by Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper, the Philadelphia Phillies are bringing back mostly the same team that won its second consecutive NL East title last season and mad...

MARCH 19 • Associated Press

Wheeler throws second live BP, eyes first start of season CLEARWATER, Fla. -- Phillies right-hander Zack Wheeler feels good, which is the most important thing people need to know. He threw a two-inn...

MARCH 18 • MLB.COM

Phillies manager Rob Thomson provides update on Zack Wheeler ahead of Opening Day | Sporting News Will the Phillies' ace be ready?

MARCH 16 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Makes progress in live BP session Wheeler (shoulder) told reporters that he felt "more in sync" during his live batting practice session Saturday, Lochlahn March of the Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact Saturday was Wheeler's first time facing batters since undergoing thoracic outlet surgery in September to remove a blood clot in his right shoulder. He threw 20 pitches during Saturday's session and noted that his fastball reached 93 mph, which was higher than it had been during his bullpen sessions but still lower than his 95.9 mph average last season. Wheeler will continue to build up his velocity and will likely have another bullpen session in the coming days, but it's not clear as to whether he will pitch in a Grapefruit League game before the conclusion of spring training.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Wheeler faces hitters for first time since September surgery CLEARWATER, Fla. – The few Phillies fans lucky enough to be at BayCare Ballpark on Saturday morning watched Zack Wheeler take his latest ste...

MARCH 14 • MLB.COM

Phillies get great news on Zack Wheeler amid progress on injury recovery | Sporting News This is some very welcome news for the Phillies.

MARCH 12 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Facing hitters Saturday Wheeler (shoulder) will throw a live batting practice session Saturday, Scott Lauber of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact It will be the veteran right-hander's first time facing hitters since he had thoracic outlet surgery last September. The Phillies have declined to say whether Wheeler would pitch in any Grapefruit League games, but if he's facing hitters Saturday, there's a good chance he will get into games before camp breaks. Wheeler will begin the season on the 15-day injured list, but it could be a brief absence as long as his recovery continues to move along without interruption.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Luzardo liked Phillies' stable rotation, opted for $135 million deal rather than test market

Jesús Luzardo found the stability in the Phillies’ rotation along the good health he craved as he bounced around the major leagues with three other organizations

MARCH 10 • Associated Press

Left-hander Jesús Luzardo and Phillies agree to $135 million deal for 2027-31

Left-hander Jesús Luzardo and the Philadelphia Phillies have agreed on a $135 million, five-year contract that starts in 2027

MARCH 9 • Associated Press

Phillies' Zack Wheeler teases change in retirement plans after 2027: 'never say never' | Sporting News This is a very interesting comment from Wheeler about his looming retirement.

MARCH 5 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Tosses third bullpen session Wheeler (shoulder) threw another bullpen session Wednesday, per MLB.com.

Impact Wednesday marked the All-Star right-hander's third bullpen as he continues his rehab from venous thoracic outlet surgery. Wheeler looks to be progressing well, and his throwing program will remain something to keep tabs on throughout the spring. With Wheeler still likely to begin the new year on the injured list, Andrew Painter is expected to open 2026 as part of Philadelphia's starting rotation.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Phillies are a perfect landing spot for one of the top free agent pitchers | Sporting News Acquiring this starter could help bridge the gap until Zack Wheeler returns.

MARCH 3 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Will Zack Wheeler and Co.'s presence ease pressure on Andrew Painter? Phillies insider explains The Phillies started highly-touted prospect Andrew Painter in their Grapefruit League game on Tuesday versus the Yankees.

MARCH 3 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Throws second bullpen session Wheeler (shoulder) threw a bullpen session Sunday, per Jim Salisburg of NBC Sports Philadelphia.

Impact Sunday marked Wheeler's second session of the spring amid his recovery from venous thoracic outlet surgery. It remains unknown at this point if the All-Star right-hander will have enough time to get in any Grapefruit League action, and Wheeler's throwing progression will remain something for fantasy managers to monitor throughout spring training. Although Wheeler isn't expected to be ready for Opening Day, the Phillies are hopeful the hurler won't need a lengthy stay on the injured list to begin the season.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Zack Wheeler gives Phillies fans hope with update on his recovery Philadelphia Phillies fans may be able to breathe a little easier following fresh updates from Zack Wheeler himself regarding his recovery s...

FEBRUARY 28 • BOLAVIP.COM

Early-April return possible Phillies manager Rob Thomson said that Wheeler's (shoulder) bullpen session Thursday could be the beginning of a six-week ramp-up to "possibly" make the righty ready to rejoin the...

Impact Wheeler threw a 21-pitch bullpen session at 80-to-85 percent effort Thursday, marking the first time he's thrown off a mound since he had surgery last September to address venous thoracic outlet syndrome. The hurler said afterward of the bullpen session that, "I felt good, I felt smooth, natural." Six weeks from Thursday would be April 9 and the Phillies are idle that day, but any timetable at this juncture for Wheeler is approximate. Wheeler is unsure whether he will pitch in a Grapefruit League game this spring, noting that "I don't even know when my next bullpen is." The Phillies will tread carefully with the three-time All-Star, but his recovery has gone as good as could be expected to this point.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Wheeler optimistic about recovery, return to Phillies' rotation CLEARWATER, Fla. – Maybe Zack Wheeler will be back in the Phillies' rotation sooner than later. He said he felt good following Thursday’s bu...

FEBRUARY 27 • MLB.COM

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Phillies Ace Christopher Sánchez Agrees to Reworked 6-Year Deal

Rookie right-hander Andrew Painter makes Phillies' opening day roster as No. 5 starter

NL East Preview: Phillies bring back core as they try to hold off new-look Mets, banged-up Braves

Luzardo liked Phillies' stable rotation, opted for $135 million deal rather than test market

Left-hander Jesús Luzardo and Phillies agree to $135 million deal for 2027-31