Aces Zack Wheeler, Sandy Alcantara open Phils-Marlins set

Philadelphia Phillies' Ace Helps Team Complete Team History Not Seen Since 2011

The Phillies moved to 12-8 on the season by beating the Marlins at Citizens Bank Park on Friday night. Zack Wheeler dominated on the mound, striking out 13 over 7.0 dominant innings. His performance helped Philadelphia make some history not seen in nearly

Aces Zack Wheeler, Sandy Alcantara open Phils-Marlins set

While aces Zack Wheeler and Sandy Alcantara have enjoyed plenty of success in their careers, both are looking to find a consistent rhythm this season. Wheeler takes the ball Friday, when the Philadelphia Phillies welcome Alcantara and the Miami Marlins…

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If ‘starting pitching wins championships,’ Phillies should feel great with Wheeler, Sánchez at the top

Zack Wheeler struck out 13 in the Phillies’ 7-2 win against the Miami Marlins on Friday night. (Madeline Ressler/Phillies Nation) PHILADELPHIA — It helps to have two National League Cy Young candidates pitching on back-to-back days. A day after Cristopher Sánchez struck out 12 and walked one over seven innings, Zack Wheeler one upped him. He punched out 13 Marlins hitters without allowing a free pass in the Phillies’ 7-2 victory over the Miami M…

Phillies A Whopping -400 Favorite On Series Line Versus Marlins

The Phillies are one of two MLB teams to be listed at -400 or higher on the weekend series line. It’s really no surprise to see because the Miami Marlins are the opponent. Nothing is ever truly a lock in baseball, but it’s safe to say the Phils should win at least two games with Zack Wheeler throwing on Friday and Jesus Luzardo going against his former team on Sunday. Taijuan Walker on Saturday is the pitching wild-card for the Phils, but the Ph…