Zack Wheeler expected to win NL Comeback Player of the Year award

Zack Wheeler of the Philadelphia Phillies is predicted to win the National League Comeback Player of the Year award. Despite a recent decline in performance, including an 8.51 ERA over his last six starts, Wheeler has overall strong numbers this season, boasting a 3.40 ERA with a 10-5 record. This projection comes from Jim Bowden of The Athletic, who cites Wheeler's successful recovery from thoracic outlet syndrome surgery as a significant factor in his candidacy. Wheeler's early season performance included a 2.16 ERA over his first 16 starts, demonstrating his potential to earn the award amidst stiff competition from Sandy Alcantara.

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