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12 hours ago
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Zack Wheeler Breaks Fanchise Record With 1,000th Phillies' Strikeout
Zack Wheeler Breaks Fanchise Record With 1,000th Phillies' Strikeout originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Zack Wheeler has been nothing short of a phenomenal pitcher during his time in Philadelphia. Ever since the Phillies signed him before the 2020 season, Wheeler has been one of the top arms in all of MLB. With over 90 quality starts, a pair of All-Star appearances, and the National League strikeout crown in 2021, he's become a true ace at the top of the rotation. Advertisement During his latest start Monday night, the veteran righty added another huge accomplishment to his name. In the top of the 6th inning, Wheeler struck out Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker, becoming the fastest to ever record 1,000 regular season strikeouts in a Phillies uniform. Wheeler reached the milestone in 907.2 innings, beating out franchise greats such as Steve Carlton, Robin Roberts, Cole Hamels, and more. As the above video shows, he got a nice standing ovation from the Philly faithful for his mark. Zack has accumulated 1,726 strikeouts in his entire career, putting him well within striking distance for 2,000 before he retires. That does not include the 77 more he's picked up during the postseason. Advertisement Wheeler currently sits at 10th all-time in total strikeouts among Phillies' pitchers, while teammate Aaron Nola is knocking on Hamels' door in 4th with 1,831. Zack Wheeler struck out seven Chicago Cubs hitters while allowing one run in six innings Monday Ross-Imagn Images Wheeler is currently in the second year of a three-year, $126 million deal that's made him the highest paid pitcher in baseball. Only two-way phenom Shohei Ohtani and Juan Soto have higher annual salaries. At this stage in his career, the 35-year-old Wheeler has won plenty of respect throughout the game. But two things have eluded him to this point: a Cy Young Award, and a World Series Championship. Both remain in sight as this Phillies core tries to finish what they started seven years ago with the Bryce Harper signing. Advertisement Related: Rob Thomson Makes Unfathomable Claim Amidst Phillies' Hitting Woes Related: Phillies' Rising Starter Labeled an 'Intriguing Trade Chip' This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 10, 2025, where it first appeared.
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5 days ago
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REPORT: Huntsville native and MLB All-Star Craig Kimbrel called up to Atlanta Braves
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — After a disappointing ninth inning for the Atlanta Braves, sources tell The Athletic that Huntsville native and MLB All-Star Craig Kimbrel is being recalled to the team. According to an article by a source told Mark Feinsand that the Braves were recalling Kimbrel from Triple-A Gwinnett. Advertisement Additionally, a social media post made by Ken Rosenthal said a source also told The Athletic that the Braves are summoning Craig Kimbrel from Triple-A. Kimbrel, a Lee High School alum, struggled for the Orioles in his 15th major league season. He was designated for assignment after he unraveled on the mound in September 2024, giving up six runs against the San Francisco Giants. After the 2024 season with Baltimore, Kimbrel signed a Minor League deal with the Braves in March. Originally drafted by Atlanta in the third round of the 2008 MLB Draft, he made his big league debut in 2010. Kimbrel played in Atlanta from 2010-2014, where he recorded 186 saves and became the Braves' all-time saves leader, a record he still holds. Advertisement Kimbrel's resume includes a World Series Championship in 2018 with the Red Sox and twice being named NL Reliever of the Year in 2014 and 2017. He was the 2011 NL Rookie of the Year. He is an eight-time all-star and led the NL in saves from 2011-2014. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
Time of India
09-05-2025
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Former All-Star player Chet Lemon passes away at 70
The baseball community is in mourning today as former legendary player, Chet Lemon departs the world. The news of Lemon passing away came after midnight and has left all players and fans shocked. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Fans from all over the world are expressing their grief over social media, and remembering the player's best moments. How was Chet Lemon's health condition? As per sources, Chet Lemon did have several health conditions previously. He was suffering from a rare blood condition called Polycythemia vera, which causes thickening of blood due to an increase in RBC production in the body. Lemon also suffered a total of 13 strokes post his retirement in 1990, due to which it became difficult for him to walk and talk. Lemon made his last public appearance on August 31, 2024, to celebrate the Detroit Tigers ' 40th anniversary of winning the World Series title. He played a crucial role in helping the team lift the trophy in 1984. He was picked by the Oakland Athletics in the first round of MLB-draft in 1972, after which he switched to Chicago White Sox in 1975, and remained with the team till 1981. In 1982, Lemon transferred to Detroit Tigers, and stayed loyal to the team till 1990, the year he finally took retirement from baseball. During his time in baseball, Lemon won the All-Star player award three times, in 1978, 1979, and 1984, and World Series Championship in 1984. He also set the record for center-fielders with 509 putouts, back in 1977, which remained unbroken till 30 years. Post retirement he created the Chet Lemon foundation which focuses on providing deserving athletes scholarships, and support. The foundation also helps patients suffering from strokes and aphasia. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Fans reacting to Chet Lemon passing away The departure of Lemon has left everyone saddened, and fans are expressing themselves on social media. Michael Freda went on to say, 'Chet Lemon was an outstanding player! May he rest in peace.' One fan went on to say, 'He was my grandma's favorite baseball player, RIP Chet.' Another fan posted, 'I will forever remember watching Chet 'The Jet' in my childhood years! My condolences to his family.' Though Chet Lemon passed away at the age of 70, he left a big impact on various lives. His dedication towards the game is still discussed amongst players, while his unwavering kindness and giving back to the community helped various athletes achieve their dreams. Here's to the king! May you rest in peace. Also Read:
Yahoo
04-05-2025
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Rangers fire offensive coordinator Donnie Ecker after hitting struggles, 17-18 start to season
After a tough start to the season, the Texas Rangers are starting to make changes. The team announced Sunday that they have fired offensive coordinator Donnie Ecker after a hitting slump has led the Rangers to a 17-18 record early in the year. "After lengthy discussions and deliberations, we feel now is the appropriate time to provide our hitters with a new voice as we pursue goals of winning the division and reaching the postseason," Chris Young, the team's president of baseball operations, said in a statement. "We are extremely grateful to Donnie for all that he has accomplished here with the Rangers." The move came after Texas beat the Seattle Mariners 8-1 at home on Sunday, avoiding a sweep from the AL West rival. But the past few weeks have seen a smattering of disappointing results for the Rangers, who lost to the Mariners 13-1 and 2-1 earlier over the weekend and had three one-run losses last in a row last week. Advertisement After short stints with the Cincinnati Reds and San Francisco Giants, Ecker joined Texas' hitting staff in 2022, helping lead the team to a World Series Championship in 2023. In the statement, the team said that Ecker's replacement and "the structure of the club's hitting staff" will be addressed sometime this week. Texas' early-season problems have not had to do with their pitching efforts: The Rangers are tied for the sixth-best ERA in the league, at 3.44, and have one of the lowest WHIP numbers, 1.17, as well. And yet the team has lost 18 games already this year, including seven of their last 10. Advertisement The issues with the Rangers are much more about their hitting: Their .228 collective batting average is the sixth-lowest in the league. Texas also has also racked up the second-lowest number of runs and RBIs, beat out only by the league-worst Colorado Rockies. At this point in the season, the Rangers are sitting towards the bottom of the AL West, four games back from the division-best Mariners and only sitting above the slightly hopeless Los Angeles Angels. Clearly Texas' front office is seeing the same problem, and is hoping that a coaching change will reinvigorate the Rangers' offense — before it's too late.
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18-04-2025
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Will Phillies Orion Kerkering Keep Up Dominant Start to Career?
It's almost impossible for a rookie to feel like an All-Star snub, but Orion Kerkering found a way to do it for the Philadelphia Phillies. While his club sent an MLB high seven representatives (eight with a substitute) to Arlington last summer, he and his pre-break 1.26 ERA were not one of them. Other than hitting a short rough patch with the rest of the team, Kerkering was phenomenal out of the Philly bullpen. He finished the season with their third-lowest ERA, behind Matt Strahm and Jeff Hoffman, and racked up 74 strikeouts in 63 innings. Add on the six he had as a late 2023 callup and Kerkering is well within striking distance of 100 early this season. Advertisement He would be the fastest Phillie to that mark since Seranthony Domínguez did it in 78.2 innings between 2018-19. Aug 29, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Orion Kerkering (50) throws a pitch during the seventh inning against the Atlanta Braves at Citizens Bank Streicher-Imagn Images Philly is putting a lot of faith in Kerkering, who only turns 24 next week. The club let the aforementioned Hoffman leave in free agency, and while they brought in former Toronto Blue Jays closer Jordan Romano, there's a wide-open setup spot to fill. A small sample size says Kerkering is the perfect man for the job. He allowed only one earned run and struck out 14 while pitching in the eighth inning last season. His 14 holds were right behind Hoffman (21) and Strahm (18). Then while most of the bullpen faltered against the New York Mets in last year's NLDS, Kerkering again gave up just one run and picked up five Ks in 3.2 innings. Advertisement If that level of pitching continues, Philly will have gotten tremendous value out of their former 5th round pick... perhaps even enough to help them finish the fight for a World Series Championship. Related: Phillies Milestones To Watch for in 2025
