The left-hander struck out 12 in 6 1/3 dominant innings Tuesday in a win over the Seattle Mariners. He allowed two runs - one was inherited - and his season ERA is now 2.46, Incredibly, he threw 26 of 27 first-pitch strikes. Sanchez left the field to a standing ovation.

Philadelphia Phillies right-handed pitcher Zack Wheeler has been diagnosed with venous thoracic outlet syndrome and will undergo surgery in the coming weeks, the team announced today.

Philadelphia star pitcher Zack Wheeler will be out six to eight months following surgery to remove a blood clot in his upper right arm, the Phillies announced Saturday. Wheeler, a right hander, had a follow-up evaluation and received second opinions this week after his successful on Monday.