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Wheeler, Stott Lead Phillies Past Marlins In Miami

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Miami. Zack Wheeler struck out eight and allowed one run over six innings, and Bryson Stott hit a three-run homer Friday night as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Miami Marlins 6-5 at loanDepot Park. Alec Bohm and Edmundo Sosa each had two hits; the win marked Philadelphia’s fourth straight under interim manager Don Mattingly. Philadelphia’s starters have delivered three quality starts this week; Wheeler’s outing was his second since returning from postseason surgery in September and his season debut April 26. The club improved to 4-0 with Mattingly, while Kyle Schwarber struck out five times. The team will continue a road trip this weekend with scheduled starts monitored for rotation health.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

September (prior season): Wheeler had surgery related to a shoulder/thoracic condition.
April 26: Wheeler made his season debut, pitching five innings against Atlanta.
This week: Don Mattingly took over as interim manager and the team collected multiple quality starts.
Friday night: Phillies defeated Marlins 6-5; Wheeler six innings, Stott three-run homer.
After the game: Phillies stood 4-0 under Mattingly and continued a road trip with rotation monitoring.

Why This Matters to You

If you're a Phillies fan, this is a promising start under interim manager Mattingly. Wheeler's return from surgery and Stott's homer are signs of a strong team. Keep an eye on the rotation health as the road trip continues.

The Bottom Line

The Phillies are showing resilience and potential. Wheeler's post-surgery performance and Stott's three-run homer are highlights. The team's 4-0 streak under Mattingly is worth watching. If you're a baseball enthusiast, share this with a fellow Phillies fan.