Jun 30, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler (45) follows through on a pitch during the eighth inning against the San Diego Padres at Citizens Bank Park. Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Phillies Starter Zack Wheeler Named National League Pitcher of the Month

Originally posted on Philadelphia Phillies on SI
By Nick Ziegler | Last updated Jul 3, 2025 12:22 PM ET

The Philadelphia Phillies may have had some ups and downs in June, but they have been able to rise to first place in the National League East despite this.

Even though the Phillies have been a bit inconsistent so far this season, there is still a lot to like about the performance of the team in 2025.

The starting rotation has been a major bright spot for Philadelphia this year, with arguably the best unit in baseball. Despite some injuries to key members of the rotation, others have stepped up and performed well.

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However, it has been none other than their ace Zack Wheeler leading the way for the team. In June, the right-hander was fantastic, and he was recently recognized as the NL Pitcher of the Month.

American League and National League Players of the Month presented by Chevrolet
AL – Cal Raleigh, SEA
NL – Juan Soto, NYM
American League and National League Pitchers of the Month
AL – Hunter Brown, HOU
NL – Zack Wheeler, PHI
American League and National League Rookies of the…
— Jim Bowden⚾️ (@JimBowdenGM) July 3, 2025

Last month, Wheeler totaled a 2-1 record, 0.58 ERA, and 0.87 WHIP. It was an extremely impressive month for the veteran right-hander, who is once again going to be in the running for the NL Cy Young this year.

In June, Wheeler was able to have one of the best months of his career, and he was also able to make a lot of batters swing and miss. With 42 strikeouts in 31 innings pitched, he totaled a 12.2 K/9 rate.

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As the Phillies hope to start to build some momentum and consistency in the second half of the campaign, Wheeler will once again be playing a significant role in that.

On an individual level, winning the NL Pitcher of the Month award will help Wheeler’s case to hopefully win his first NL Cy Young this season.

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