Best Of Phillies: Zach Wheeler Struggles & Case For Jesús Luzardo As Ace

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. (00:01:50) Wheeler Struggles vs Mariners (00:06:10) Rotation Struggles and Concerns (00:13:00) Rotation Reset Strategy Debate (00:15:10) Wheeler on Confidence Issues (00:26:50) Realmuto and Bullpen Updates (00:32:15) Arraez's Impact on Hitters (00:36:00) Phillies vs League Giants (00:44:50) Playoff Rotation Starter Debate (00:52:00) Schwarber’s Milestone Home Runs (01:03:30) Trea Turner’s Slump