AL exec predicts Phillies could deal Zack Wheeler to 'reset' at trade deadline

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The Philadelphia Phillies started the year off on an absolutely terrible note. They've fired Rob Thomson, but they're 4-0 in the Don Mattingly era.

But, things easily could go south from here on out. If they do, some tough questions at the MLB trade deadline might have to be asked.

MLB.com's Mark Feinsand asked MLB executives which player they predict will be the biggest name moved at the MLB trade deadline, and this AL executive predicted Zack Wheeler as the one who could be on the move.

MLB exec predicts Phillies could trade Zack Wheeler

"If Philly can't right the ship, how heavy of a reset will they go through at the deadline?" This AL exec said. "While it hasn't been Dombrowski's style to sell at the Trade Deadline, the organization may have a chance to fully reload for years to come if they make some hard calls in July if a trip to the playoffs is looking bleak."

The Phillies parting with Wheeler would be a true stunner. He's under club control through 2027, and he's been the main subject of the Phillies World Series window.