Philadelphia Phillies ace Zack Wheeler plans to retire at the end of his contract in 2027, regardless of his performance on the mound. Currently in the NL Cy Young conversation and a two-time All-Star, Wheeler, 35, emphasizes his commitment to his future as a father of four over his pitching achievements. He has a 2.85 ERA with 101 strikeouts over 82 innings this season and signed a three-year, $126-million contract extension in March 2024, earning $42 million annually through 2027.
