Zach Wheeler, a right-handed pitcher born on May 30, 1990, is a key player for the Philadelphia Phillies in Major League Baseball. Known for his blazing fastball and strong pitching mechanics, Wheeler was drafted sixth overall by the San Francisco Giants in 2009, bypassing a commitment to Kennesaw State. After excelling in the Giants’ minor league system, he was traded to the New York Mets in 2011, where he debuted in 2013 and quickly became a standout. Now with the Phillies, Wheeler continues to impress with his consistent performance and leadership on the mound, cementing his place as a top-tier MLB pitcher.
Full Name: Zachary Harrison Wheeler
Birthdate: May 30, 1990
Hometown: Smyrna, Georgia (later moved to Dallas, Georgia)
Position: Pitcher
Bats/Throws: Right-handed
High School: East Paulding High School in Dallas, Georgia
Drafted: 6th overall pick by the San Francisco Giants in the 2009 MLB Draft
MLB Debut: June 18, 2013, with the New York Mets
Current Team: Philadelphia Phillies (previously played for the New York Mets)
Notable Achievement: Known for his powerful fastball, Wheeler pitched a no-hitter in high school and led East Paulding to the state playoffs in 2009.
| Date | Opponent | Result | Key Stats |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-10-05 | NYM | L 2-6 | 7.0 IP, 1 H, 0 ER, 4 BB, 9 SO, 0 HR, WPA 0.464 |
| 2024-09-28 | @ WSN | L 3-6 | 6.1 IP, 3 H, 2 ER, 2 BB, 11 SO, 1 HR, WPA 0.037 |
| 2024-09-22 | @ NYM | L 1-2 | 7.0 IP, 7 H, 2 ER, 1 BB, 8 SO, 1 HR, WPA 0.061 |
| 2024-09-17 | @ MIL | W 5-1 | 7.0 IP, 4 H, 1 ER, 0 BB, 6 SO, 0 HR, WPA 0.289 |
| 2024-09-11 | TBR | W 3-2 | 6.0 IP, 4 H, 2 ER, 3 BB, 9 SO, 1 HR, WPA 0.105 |
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