Core Points - Jacob Wheeler secured his 10th Major League Fishing (MLF) Bass Pro Tour win at the Toyota Stage 7 on Saginaw Bay, earning a total of $250,000 including his Angler of the Year (AOY) title [2][4][18] - Wheeler's victory was characterized by strategic decision-making and adaptability throughout the tournament, overcoming a 22-pound deficit to win [3][14] - The event featured 66 top professional anglers competing for a share of a $6.49 million season purse, highlighting the competitive nature of the MLF [18] Tournament Performance - Wheeler finished with a total of 110 pounds from 42 scorable bass, narrowly defeating Todd Faircloth by 7-6 [3][24] - The tournament saw a total of 272 scorable bass caught, weighing 678 pounds [17] - Wheeler's performance included a significant catch of 33-12 pounds in a critical period, showcasing his ability to find and capitalize on productive fishing spots [10][11] Strategic Decisions - Wheeler began the tournament by fishing for smallmouth bass, later switching to largemouth fishing, demonstrating versatility in his approach [6][7] - He made a pivotal decision to leave a shared fishing area to seek out a fresh spot, which ultimately led to his success [9][10] - The final hour of fishing saw Wheeler catch eight more scorable bass, solidifying his lead and victory [13][14] Significance of the Win - This victory marked Wheeler's first national win using a frog, a technique he is particularly fond of [14] - The win served as a redemption for Wheeler after a previous season where he narrowly missed out on the AOY title [14][16] - Wheeler's ability to perform under pressure and make critical decisions was highlighted as a key factor in his success [13][14]