PHILADELPHIA - Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler had a successful thrombolysis procedure to remove a blood clot in his right upper extremity by Dr. Paul DiMuzio at Thomas Jefferson Hospital on Monday, the Phillies announced. The club said further treatment and a subsequent timeline of recovery will be determined.

Zack Wheeler is one of the Phillies best starters alongside Aaron Nola. After a blood clot was found, he is now facing a scary timeline for returning in time for a playoff run.

Philadelphia Phillies ace Zack Wheeler underwent a "successful thrombolysis procedure to remove a blood clot in his right upper extremity" on Monday, the team announced. Further treatment and a recovery timetable are still be determined.