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Injury updates: Zack Wheeler to take big step in rehab

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Phillies Injury Updates

  • RHP Zack Wheeler (thoracic outlet syndrome)
  • Status: Will miss Opening Day
  • Phillies starter Zack Wheeler underwent thoracic outlet syndrome decompression surgery in September 2025. He has not pitched in a game since Aug. 15. His venous TOS diagnosis was announced on Aug. 23. Wheeler did not pitch in the 2025 postseason.
  • Wheeler will throw his first live batting practice session on Saturday, March 14, per Jayson Stark of The Athletic. Wheeler will throw 20 pitches in the first session.