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Phillies lose Wheeler for season

Philadelphia Phillies ace Zack Wheeler's season is over. Wheeler was diagnosed with thoracic outlet syndrome and will require additional surgery that's expected to sideline him for six to eight months, the team announced Saturday. Wheeler had a follow-up evaluation following a procedure Monday to remove a blood clot from his upper right arm. After receiving a second opinion, it was recommended that Wheeler undergo thoracic outlet decompression surgery in the coming weeks. Such a surgery would threaten Wheeler's ability to start the 2026 season on time. Thoracic outlet syndrome is a condition in which bones or muscle press on blood vessels in the upper chest, near the shoulder, causing pain or numbness. Repetitive arm movements are a common cause,

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