Zack Wheeler assesses mixed outing in Phillies' victory over Marlins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 4:45 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Zack Wheeler reflected on his performance following the Philadelphia Phillies' 6-4 win against the Miami Marlins at Citizens Bank Park. Wheeler pitched five innings, allowing two runs on two hits, while struggling with his off-speed pitches but showing strength in his fastball, averaging 95.5 mph. Although the Phillies trailed 2-1 upon his exit, the offense provided a comeback in the sixth inning, scoring four runs to secure their fifth consecutive victory. Wheeler's inconsistencies in recent outings raise concerns as the team aims for the postseason.
- •Phillies improve to 69-58 for the 2026 season.
- •Wheeler had seven strikeouts but issued four walks.
- •Phillies scored four runs in the sixth inning to take the lead.
- •Wheeler remains winless in his last six starts.
- 3:54 PMYahoo Sports — Phillies Ace Zack Wheeler Trying to Address Recent Struggles on Mound
- 4:45 AMYahoo Sports — Phillies news: Zack Wheeler details mixed pitching bag vs. Marlins
"After some recent struggles, Philadelphia Phillies ace Zack Wheeler looked better in a win that contributed to a vital sweep of the Miami Marlins. That came after Wheeler started to make some adjustments in the middle of the season.Wheeler threw 5.0 innings, giving up 2 earned runs and 4 walks in his start against the […] The post Phillies Ace Zack Wheeler Trying to Address Recent Struggles on Mound appeared first on HEAVY.
"Philadelphia Phillies veteran pitcher Zack Wheeler assesses his mixed outing after a 6-4 win over the Miami Marlins on Tuesday night.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 20, 2026, 3:54 PMPhillies Ace Zack Wheeler Trying to Address Recent Struggles on Mound
After some recent struggles, Philadelphia Phillies ace Zack Wheeler looked better in a win that contributed to a vital sweep of the Miami Marlins. That came after Wheeler started to make some adjustments in the middle of the season.Wheeler threw 5.0 innings, giving up 2 earned runs and 4 walks in his start against the […] The post Phillies Ace Zack Wheeler Trying to Address Recent Struggles on Mound appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 19, 2026, 4:45 AMPhillies news: Zack Wheeler details mixed pitching bag vs. Marlins
Philadelphia Phillies veteran pitcher Zack Wheeler assesses his mixed outing after a 6-4 win over the Miami Marlins on Tuesday night.
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