Scouting Report: Zack Wheeler
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Summary
Zack Wheeler has made a remarkable return from thoracic outlet syndrome and blood clot surgery that ended his 2025 season. Since his April 25, 2026 debut, Wheeler has posted elite numbers across 5 starts: 1.99-2.55 ERA, 0.88-0.93 WHIP, 22-23 strikeouts, and a 3-0 record. He's demonstrating full command with a 36.1% chase rate (91st percentile), 25.8% whiff rate, and 23.2% strikeout rate. Notable achievement: threw just 16 pitches through first 3 innings vs Red Sox (fewest since 2000). Fastball velocity has ticked back up to 96 mph after initial concerns about diminished velocity post-surgery. Manager Don Mattingly confident in Wheeler's trajectory.
Strengths
- Ace-level performance post-surgery with 1.99-2.55 ERA
- Elite command and swing-and-miss stuff restored
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