Fried's Elbow Soreness Raises Questions About Yankees' Rotation Depth The New York Yankees' rotation has been a source of strength this season, but Max Fried's sudden departure due to soreness in his pitching elbow on Wednesday raises concerns about the team's ability to withstand injuries.
Fried's history with blister issues on his left finger makes him injury prone. He has made four trips to the injured list between 2018 and 2023 while still with Atlanta, demonstrating his vulnerability to setbacks.
His impressive performance as an All Star in 2025, his first season with the Yankees, may be seen as a mitigating factor, but his ERA of 3. 21 in 10 starts this season is not particularly outstanding.