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Zack Wheeler wanted fewer years in his new deal. What it means for him and the Phillies’ ‘championship window.’

The biggest challenge in agreeing to an extension was getting the Phillies to give their ace only three more years.

Zack Wheeler's age-31 to 33 seasons were better than his age-27 to 29 years.
Zack Wheeler's age-31 to 33 seasons were better than his age-27 to 29 years.Read moreHeather Khalifa / Staff Photographer