Phillies ace Zack Wheeler leaves game vs. Dodgers with back tightness

Zack Wheeler

Philadelphia Phillies' Zack Wheeler pitches during the third inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Tuesday, July 9, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) APAP

PHILADELPHIA - The Phillies’ vaunted starting pitching rotation might have taken another hit on Tuesday, and this time it was to the ace of the staff.

Zack Wheeler departed his start against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday with left low back tightness after five innings.

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