Zack Wheeler working his way back to top after TOS surgery: Latest on the ace’s rehab

Zack Wheeler is recovering from TOS surgery. (Madeline Ressler/Phillies Nation)

CLEARWATER, Fla. — Zack Wheeler knows he won’t be ready for Opening Day, but his goal is be back not long after that.

Wheeler, 35, is in the latter stages of his rehab from venous thoracic outlet syndrome. The injury kept him out for the 2025 postseason. He has not pitched in a game since Aug. 15

He played catch during the team’s first official spring training workout for pitchers and catchers.