Sources: Mets trade candidate Zack Wheeler came through bullpen session fine, is ready to return

The Mets are eyeing either Friday or Saturday for his return

7/22/2019, 9:20 PM
Jul 2, 2019; New York City, NY, USA; New York Mets starting pitcher Zack Wheeler (45) pitches against the New York Yankees during the first inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports / Brad Penner
Jul 2, 2019; New York City, NY, USA; New York Mets starting pitcher Zack Wheeler (45) pitches against the New York Yankees during the first inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports / Brad Penner

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The Mets' key trade deadline piece is feeling healthy and ready to return to the rotation.

According to major league sources, Zack Wheeler came through a Sunday bullpen session well and was feeling good on Monday. He is set to rejoin the rotation either Friday or Saturday against the Pirates this weekend.

Wheeler's brief stint on the injured list with right shoulder fatigue did impact his trade value. Several interested GMs expressed private concern about the issue.

With a strong start upon his return, Wheeler can re-establish some of that value in time for the July 31 deadline.

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