However, that is not the case. the Phillies announced on August 23rd that Wheeler will miss the rest of the season with thoracic outlet syndrome. Wheeler has been recommended by doctors to undergo surgery, which means he would miss between 6-8 months of action.

The Philadelphia Phillies say ace Zack Wheeler was diagnosed with venous thoracic outlet syndrome and will require additional surgery that’s expected to sideline him for six to eight months

The 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,