Best of Phillies on 94WIP: Zack Wheeler’s Recent Struggles & the Case for Jesús Luzardo as the Ace

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Recorded29 Aug 2026

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Listen to the Best of Phillies on 94WIP where the Morning, Midday and Afternoon Shows analyze Zack Wheeler’s recent decline and the concern that a physical issue might be underlying his high walk count and home run rate. They debate whether a rotation reset is necessary before October and discuss the potential for Jesús Luzardo to lead the rotation as the Game 1 starter. Additionally, the analysis covers Kyle Schwarber’s historic home run pace and Trea Turner’s hitting drought. 01:50 - Wheeler Struggles vs Mariners 06:10 - Rotation Struggles and Concerns 13:00 - Rotation Reset Strategy Debate 15:10 - Wheeler on Confidence Issues 26:50 - Realmuto and Bullpen Updates 32:15 - Arraez's Impact on Hitters 36:00 - Phillies vs League Giants 44:50 - Playoff Rotation Starter Debate 52:00 - Schwarber’s Milestone Home Runs 01:03:30 - Trea Turner’s Slump

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