MLB trade rumours: Zack Wheeler, Philadelphia Phillies agree to 5-year deal

It seems like Zack Wheeler trade saga has ended. According to American media sources, Wheeler has signed a five-year deal with Philadelphia Phillies worth $118 million. While entire transaction is yet to be anunced, multiple sources report that it is done deal with Wheeler signing for Phillies up until 2025. 

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MLB trade rumours: Zack Wheeler signs for Philadelphia Phillies

Zack Wheeler was one of star attractions of free-nt pool and was considered best option in starting pitchers behind Gerrit Cole and Stephen Strasburg. Wheeler is a significant acquisition, considering both Cole and Strasburg are considerably expensive as compared to former New York Mets pitcher. Zack Wheeler went 11-8 with a 3.98 ERA in 31 starts last season with Mets. He had a 3.65 ERA and a 3.37 FIP in 60 starts over past two seasons. 

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MLB trade rumours: Philadelphia Phillies fail to qualify for playoffs despite a roster overhaul

Philadelphia Phillies overhauled ir roster last offseason, signing outfielder Bryce Harper, tying him to a 13-year, $330 million contract. Phillies also acquired likes of All-Stars Jean Segura, Andrew McCutchen and J.T. Realmuto. Phillies despite ir acquisitions finished a disappointing 81-81 and failed to make playoffs.

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MLB trade rumours: Zack Wheeler is one of Phillies' most expensive buys

Zack Wheeler's deal is one biggest in Phillies history. Wheeler’s deal is third-largest free-nt contract in Philadelphia Phillies history behind Bryce Harper’s 13-year $330 million deal and Cliff Lee’sfive-year, $120 million contract. Ryan Howard and Cole Hamels each signed a nine-figure contract extension with Phillies, signing five and six-year contracts worth $120 million-plus.

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