Max Fried is set to make his spring training debut Monday vs the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

The 31-year-old will see his first action as a Yankee after signing an eight-year, $218 million deal this past offseason. He had a 3.25 ERA in 174 innings last season with the Braves.

Max Fried has agreed to an eight-year, $218 million deal with the New York Yankees, pending a physical.

Fantasy Impact

Fried signs the largest deal for a left-handed pitcher in history as the Yankees bolster their rotation. The 30-year-old had a 3.25 ERA in 174 innings in 2024.

The Braves have extended the one-year, $21.05 million qualifying offer to Max Fried.

Fantasy Impact

Fried is expected to decline the offer and test free agency as one of the best starting pitchers on the market. If he does sign elsewhere, the Braves will receive a draft pick as compensation.

Braves manager Brian Snitker said Max Fried was pulled early partially because of when he was hit by a comebacker in the first inning.

Fantasy Impact

Fried allowed five runs on eight hits across two innings. The Padres swept the Braves on Wednesday as San Diego advances to play the Dodgers in the NLDS.

Max Fried delivered a masterclass on the mound Friday, tossing 8 2/3 scoreless innings while allowing just three hits and two walks, striking out nine in a 3-0 victory over the Royals.

Fantasy Impact

This performance is a testament to Fried's ability to dominate when he's on his game, lowering his ERA to a solid 3.25 and improving his season record to 11-10. His WHIP stands at a solid 1.16, with a K/9 rate of 8.6, reflecting his consistent ability to manage games effectively. Given his strong outing, Fried's fantasy stock remains high as a reliable starter, especially in leagues valuing strikeouts and ERA. His ability to maintain a low BABIP (.283) suggests some skill in limiting hard contact, which should reassure fantasy managers relying on him for stable, quality starts.