The Philadelphia Phillies captured their second straight National League East division title despite the loss of several key players this season.

Franchise ace Zack Wheeler will look to return sometime next year after having a blood clot removed from his shoulder. And star shortstop Trea Turner is targeting a return in the next few weeks after a hamstring injury.

But another veteran star might miss the playoffs despite already making their own late-season return from injury.

After returning from just the second stint on the injury list in his career, Aaron Nola has struggled with command and now holds a 6.44 ERA on the year. Now the Phillies face a decision on whether he can be counted on for a playoff start.

"If Zack Wheeler were healthy, Nola wouldn't have much of an argument for a s

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