Philadelphia Phillies’ ace pitcher Zack Wheeler has recently signed a historic three-year extension with the team, extending his contract through the 2027 season. The deal, worth an impressive $126 million, is the most lucrative extension in baseball history in terms of average annual value, with Wheeler set to earn $42 million per year.
Since joining the Phillies on a five-year, $118 million contract, Zack Wheeler has proven to be a valuable asset to the team. With a 3.06 ERA and 675 strikeouts over 629⅓ innings in his first four seasons with Philadelphia, Wheeler has cemented himself as one of the top pitchers in the league. In 2021, Wheeler led the major leagues in innings pitched (213⅓) and even took home a Gold Glove Award for his outstanding performance on the field.
With Wheeler now signed long-term, alongside star pitcher Aaron Nola and emerging talent Ranger Suarez, the Phillies have solidified the front of their pitching rotation for years to come. Owner John Middleton has made it clear that Wheeler is an integral part of the team’s future, rejecting any notion of trading the right-hander for even baseball legends like Babe Ruth or Ted Williams.
Zack Wheeler’s journey to becoming one of the top pitchers in the league has been nothing short of remarkable. Drafted sixth overall by the San Francisco Giants in 2009, Wheeler quickly rose through the ranks as one of the best prospects in baseball. After being traded to the New York Mets in 2011, Wheeler faced setbacks with injuries, including missing the entire 2015 and 2016 seasons due to an elbow ligament tear and subsequent reconstruction.
Zack Wheeler’s record-breaking contract extension with the Philadelphia Phillies is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and outstanding performance on the field. As one of the top pitchers in the league, Wheeler’s presence in the Phillies’ rotation ensures a bright future for the team. With Wheeler, Nola, and Suarez leading the way, the Phillies are poised to make a strong impact in the upcoming seasons.
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