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Wheel’s Up: How Zack Wheeler Became the Phillies’ Ace

Jun 10, 2021; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler (45) pitches during the first inning against the Atlanta Braves at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Zack Wheeler is having himself a season.

In fact, he’s transformed into one of the best starters the Philadelphia Phillies have had in years. When you’re getting compared to Roy Halladay and Cliff Lee, you know you’re doing something right.

After 13 starts, Zack Wheeler has a 2.29 ERA. Here's how that compares to other recent Phillies dominant seasons after 13 starts:

Curt Schilling 1997: 3.