Philadelphia Phillies hope to sign Zack Wheeler to a long-term deal, Dave Dombrowski says

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CLEARWATER, Fla. (AP) — The Philadelphia Phillies have spoken to Zack Wheeler’s representation about a new contract as the pitcher heads into the final season of a $118 million, five-year deal. Wheeler said last week he prefers reaching an agreement before the season starts March 28. President of operations Dave Dombrowski says a deal with Wheeler “is a priority.” A 33-year-old right-hander, Wheeler has a $23.6 million salary this season. He was 13-6 with a 3.61 ERA last year and 1.08 WHIP. His 2.42 ERA in the postseason is sixth-best among pitchers with 10 or more starts.

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CLEARWATER, Fla. (AP) — The Philadelphia Phillies have spoken to Zack Wheeler’s representation about a new contract as the pitcher heads into the final season of a $118 million, five-year deal. Wheeler said last week he prefers reaching an agreement before the season starts March 28. President of operations Dave Dombrowski says a deal with Wheeler “is a priority.” A 33-year-old right-hander, Wheeler has a $23.6 million salary this season. He was 13-6 with a 3.61 ERA last year and 1.08 WHIP. His 2.42 ERA in the postseason is sixth-best among pitchers with 10 or more starts.

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler throws during a baseball spring training workout Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024, in Clearwater, Fla. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler throws during a baseball spring training workout Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024, in Clearwater, Fla. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

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