What is the story about?
I
do believe that Zack Wheeler pitched that game with a decent sized chip on his shoulder. Actually, multiple chips on his shoulder – one from not being selected to the All-Star Game and one for Don Mattingly taking him out early from a game he wanted to stay in.
On to the links.
Phillies news:
- Jesus Luzardo was added to the National League All-Star team as a replacement for a trio of starters starting on Sunday.
- Zack Wheeler is still not an All-Star, an issue his agent is none too happy about and is more than willing to share that anger about.
- The game of bullpen roulette continued for the Phillies with Max Lazar coming back to the team and Kyle Backhus heading out.
MLB news:
- The Tigers have let go their third base coach, Joey Cora, over some philosophical differences. Intrigue in Detroit.
- After giving him a long term extension a while back, the Brewers have called up Luis Lara to join the party.
- Byron Buxton is headed to the injured list with a hip issue. That could be a problem for their trade plans if they planned on exploring his market.
