Zack Wheeler

Zack Wheeler remains an underrated starting pitcher, which is amazing, considering he reached the 200-inning mark while maintaining a 2.57 ERA and 0.95 WHIP in 2024. He struck out 224 batters with a 28.5 K% and was in the 95th percentile of chase percentage. Opposing batters look lost against his six-pitch arsenal, and he can put away hitters with any one of them. Wheeler will turn 35 in May, and while that may give some drafters pause, he remains an excellent SP1 option in 2025.

Zack Wheeler strikes out 11, but Phillies fall short

Zack Wheeler delivered a strong performance, allowing two earned runs on three hits and two walks while striking out 11 over 6 1/3 innings in Saturday's 6-3 loss to the Nationals.

Fantasy Impact

Despite the loss, Wheeler's high strikeout count continues to bolster his fantasy value, particularly in leagues that reward strikeouts heavily. His season-long metrics, including a stellar 2.57 ERA and 0.96 WHIP, affirm his status as a top-tier fantasy starter. The high strikeout-to-walk ratio and low BABIP suggest sustained effectiveness, though fantasy managers should be wary of any regression in BABIP that could affect his ERA moving forward. Overall, Wheeler remains a must-start in all formats, providing both quality starts and excellent strikeout potential.