Zack Wheeler's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Zack Wheeler. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Zack Wheeler is an American professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the Philadelphia Phillies in MLB. Prior to joining the Phillies, he played for the New York Mets. Wheeler is known for his pitching prowess at the major league level.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1986: Youngest Mets Pitcher Since Doc Gooden

On August 15, 2013, Zack Wheeler became the youngest Mets pitcher since Doc Gooden in 1986 to record at least 12 strikeouts in a game.

2008: Named Region Pitcher of the Year

In 2008, as a junior, Zack Wheeler was named the Georgia High School Association 4A Region Pitcher of the Year after posting an 8–3 record with a 1.31 ERA and 127 strikeouts.

2009: Named Gatorade Georgia Player of the Year

In 2009, Zack Wheeler was named the Gatorade Georgia Player of the Year. He set a school record with 149 strikeouts in 76 innings, posting a 9-0 record and a 0.54 ERA.

2011: Named Top Prospect and Assigned to San Jose Giants

Prior to the 2011 season, Baseball America named Zack Wheeler the number two prospect in the Giants organization, noting his "best fastball". He was assigned to the Class A-Advanced San Jose Giants in 2011, going 7-5 with a 3.99 ERA and appearing in the California League All-Star Game.

July 14, 2012: First Professional Complete Game Shutout

On July 14, 2012, Zack Wheeler pitched his first professional complete game shutout in a 1-0 victory over the Erie SeaWolves while playing for the Double A Binghamton Mets.

June 19, 2014: Complete-Game Shutout

On June 19, 2014, Zack Wheeler pitched a complete-game shutout against the Miami Marlins, facing only 28 batters and allowing just three hits.

2015: East Paulding Retired Wheeler's Jersey

In 2015, East Paulding High School retired Zack Wheeler's No. 45 jersey.

2017: Return to the Mound

After setbacks, Zack Wheeler returned to the mound in 2017.

2018: Career-High Strikeouts and Innings Pitched

In 2018, Zack Wheeler had a career-high number of strikeouts and innings pitched.

2019: Career Highs in Innings Pitched and Strikeouts

In 2019, Zack Wheeler set career highs in innings pitched, with 195+1⁄3, and strikeouts, with 195, finishing the season with an 11–8 record and a 3.96 ERA in 31 starts.

2021: Franchise Record

In 2021, Zack Wheeler became the third pitcher in franchise history to strike out 10 or more batters in three consecutive starts.

2021: First MLB All-Star Game Selection

In 2021, Zack Wheeler received his first MLB All-Star Game selection, led MLB with 213+1⁄3 innings, finished the season 14–10 with a 2.78 ERA, and became the first Phillies pitcher since Curt Schilling in 1998 to capture the NL strikeout title.

2023: First Career Gold Glove Award

In 2023, Zack Wheeler's ERA worsened to 3.61, but his win-loss record improved to 13–6, he struck out 212 batters in 192 innings and earned his first career Gold Glove Award.