Following Zack Wheeler's gem against the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday, the Philadelphia Phillies have struck out at least 11 opponents in each of their first five games.

Nights like Wednesday remind everybody why the Phillies signed Zack Wheeler to one of the most lucrative contracts in baseball history. Wheeler looked like the perennial NL Cy Young Award candidate he has become in a 5-1 victory over the Rockies at Citizens Bank Park.

Following the game, the two-time All-Star praised Edmundo Sosa, who has stepped up for the Phillies early in the year. Speaking with the media, Wheeler labeled his teammate as one of his favorite players to watch, stating:

In a thrilling display of skill and strategy, the Philadelphia Phillies claimed a decisive 5-1 victory over the Colorado Rockies. The entrance of Edmundo Sosa and the masterful pitching of Zack Wheeler were instrumental, but the match was marked by strategic plays, teamwork, and a blend of luck and skill.

Yesterday, Zack Wheeler was dominant for Philly throwing seven innings and giving up just one run and three hits while striking out 10. Michael Toglia struck out four times for Colorado. Trea Turner picked up three hits to raise his average to .333.

You gotta wonder if Kyle Freeland was born under a bad sign. Because, once again, if it wasn’t for bad luck, he wouldn’t have no luck at all.

The Phillies general manager Preston Mattingly joins Brian Kenny on MLB Now to discuss Zack Wheeler, Alec Bohm using a "torpedo bat' and much more

It was a strong winter for the Phillies after the disappointing early exit from the postseason. Philadelphia was rumored to really looking to shake things up, but they ultimately just added to their talented core.