Not to mention, the Phillies just sent highly touted youngster Mick Abel, 23, back to the minors after a couple of rocky outings. Add in the fact that Wheeler is 35 and comes off the books after 2027, and that Sanchez’s contract also is due to expire after 2027, and suddenly the Phillies’ starting staff doesn’t seem so loaded after all.

Philadelphia Phillies starter Ranger Suarez is expected to lose interest from "10, to 12, to 15" teams in free agency amid his lower velocity.

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Ranger Suarez is dedicated to the organization, making his projected $20 million contract extension more of a possibility for the Phillies.