16 days ago

Phillies Manager Rob Thomson Drops Update on Zack Wheeler's Return

Wheeler was diagnosed with venous thoracic outlet syndrome last August and underwent surgery in September. Thomson said that he does not think that Wheeler will be ready for Opening Day, but should be ready shortly after that. The three-time All-Star is 69-37 with a 2.91 ERA, 1,094 strikeouts, and 1.016 WHIP in 979 innings pitched for the Phillies.