For undergoing a fairly serious surgery that could have threatened not only his career in the major leagues, but also life, then coming back from that surgery and basically getting back to the playing level he was at, Zack Wheeler…
Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler has been voted the National League Comeback Player of the Year by his fellow players. The Major League Baseball Players Association presented Wheeler with the honor following his successful return to form after undergoing serious, potentially life-threatening surgery.
According to Ethan Witte of The Good Phight, Wheeler's peers recognized his dominant play on the mound following his recovery. The honor capped an impressive season for the veteran pitcher as he reclaimed his previous high level of competition.
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