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Zack Wheeler’s Peak Performance | Philadelphia Phillies News
Zack Wheeler, 36, defied the odds after having a rib removed near his throwing shoulder last fall—expected months of recovery, but since returning April 25, he’s been unstoppable, posting a 2.13 ERA in 15 starts, his best since his pro debut. His game has evolved: arm slot lower, pitch mix more deceptive, and every pitch sharper—fastball with more movement, curve with deeper break, sweeper even more vicious. Lefties are struggling like never before. He’s also retooled his splitter, turning batters’ swings into flawed messes, and is generating more ground balls than ever, leading to the best…
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