Even if the Phillies starting rotation doesn’t hit their absolute “best case scenario” in 2024, they should still be one of the best in Major League Baseball.
That’s a really nice way to enter the season, knowing you have three starters you can count on — Zack Wheeler, Aaron Nola and Ranger Suarez — all of whom are battle tested and with playoff experience. They have a young, seemingly up-and-comer in Cristopher Sanchez, and a veteran right-hander who is dealing with velocity issues and a subpar 2023 season.
The Phils added minor league depth this off-season with former Tiger Spencer Turnbull, former Braves top prospect Kolby Allard, and the veteran Nick Nelson providing some interesting arms, as well as a top-100 pitching prospect in Mick Abel looking to make some noise with a solid season in AAA Lehigh Valley.