The Philadelphia Phillies have received positive updates on Zack Wheeler’s injury recovery. Wheeler, who has been sidelined since August 2025 due to thoracic outlet syndrome, is nearing a return to the Major Leagues. According to Jon Morosi of MLB Network, the Phillies got “very good news” on Wheeler ahead of his rehab start against the New York Yankees minor league team.
Wheeler, a 35-year-old right-handed pitcher, is expected to make another minor league rehab outing before potentially returning to the mound for the Phillies. If all goes well, Wheeler could be back in action soon, providing a significant boost to the Phillies’ pitching staff.
Despite a slow start to the season, the Phillies’ pitching staff has been solid, with Cristopher Sanchez, Aaron Nola, Jesus Luzardo, and Taijaun Walker holding their own. With Wheeler’s impending return and a strong bullpen, the Phillies’ pitching rotation is poised to improve even further.
Although Wheeler will miss the first few starts of the 2026 season, his return is on the horizon. His performance last season, where he posted a 2.71 ERA in 24 starts, has fans eager for his comeback. Overall, the news of Wheeler’s progress has been well-received by the Phillies organization.
