Bryce Harper has publicly endorsed teammate Zack Wheeler as the frontrunner for the National League Cy Young Award, attributing his claim to Wheeler's outstanding performance this season. Wheeler, who boasts a 16-6 record and a 2.56 ERA, recently contributed to the Philadelphia Phillies' playoff push with a win over the Milwaukee Brewers. While Wheeler has been exceptional, he faces stiff competition from Atlanta Braves pitcher Chris Sale, who leads in key metrics such as ERA (2.35) and strikeouts (219). Harper, along with former Phillies GM Ruben Amaro Jr., argues Wheeler has been deserving of the award previously, specifically mentioning he was 'robbed' in 2021. The Phillies have secured a strong playoff position, currently leading the National League with a 91-60 record, and Wheeler's performance is crucial as they aim for postseason success. The Cy Young race remains competitive, with Wheeler needing to maintain his form while Sale looks to close out the season strongly.