Wheeler was diagnosed with thoracic outlet syndrome and will require additional surgery that's expected to sideline him for six to eight months.

T he Philadelphia Phillies will not have their ace the rest of 2025. Right-hander Zack Wheeler will have surgery to treat venous thoracic outlet, the team announced Saturday. The surgery typically comes with a 6-8 month recovery,

Phillies ace Zack Wheeler will miss the remainder of the season and is expected to be out for six to eight months after being diagnosed with venous thoracic outlet syndrome, the team announced Saturday.