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Wheeler has led the NL in strikeouts and innings during his four seasons after missing time with injuries while with the Mets from 2013-19.
He also leads all pitchers in wins above replacement (WAR) while with the Phillied at 19.3, per FanGraphs,.
After he missed the 2015 and 2016 seasons following Tommy John surgery, Wheeler has made 90 starts the last three seasons.
An NL Cy Young Award runner-up in 2021, Wheeler also won a Gold Glove last season.
The Phillies, who reached the NL Championship Series each of the last two years, now have their top-two starters anchoring the rotation for years to come.
Philadelphia signed fellow right-hander Aaron Nola to a $172 million, seven-year deal.
In 11 postseason games, Wheeler has a 2.42 ERA.
The Phillies continue to spend in their hunt for their first World Series title since 2008.
Team owner John Middleton hasn’t been shy in spending money to sign free-agents such as Bryce Harper, Trea Turner and Kyle Schwarber, while keep Nola, Wheeler and catcher J.T Realmuto in the fold with lucrative extensions.
