The Philadelphia Phillies’ starting rotation capped an outstanding June with another brilliant performance Monday night, overshadowing even Bryce Harper’s highly anticipated return to the lineup. Zack Wheeler delivered yet another quality start as Phillies pitchers finished the month with a MLB-best 2.35 ERA across 27 games.
While Harper’s comeback from injury provided an emotional lift for the Citizens Bank Park crowd, the Phillies’ pitching staff continued its season-long dominance. The rotation’s stellar June numbers came despite inconsistent offensive support, with the team’s bats frequently going cold throughout the month.
Wheeler’s latest gem extended what has become a remarkable run for Philadelphia’s starters. The veteran right-hander maintained his ace form, further solidifying a staff that has carried the team through various offensive droughts this season.
The Phillies’ pitching excellence has become the defining characteristic of their 2025 campaign. Even with Harper back in the lineup, it was clear Monday night that Philadelphia’s path to continued success runs through its dominant rotation.
As the calendar turns to July, the Phillies will look to maintain this pitching supremacy while hoping Harper’s return can provide the offensive spark needed to complement their stellar mound work. The combination could make Philadelphia even more dangerous in the season’s second half.
