Phillies Turn Heads with Zack Wheeler Post on Thursday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Philadelphia Phillies continue to battle the New York Mets for the top spot in the National League East. Entering Thursday, the Phillies hold a two-game lead in the standings.

Wheeler posted a 0.58 ERA in five June starts. “I’m not sure if I’ve had a pitcher, whether I’m coaching or managing, that has had a month like that,” said Rob Thomson.

Competition is what drives all of us to be better,” said Wheeler, who finished off an elite June — for himself and the Phillies' rotation.