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New York Yankees starting pitcher Max Fried was an All Star after the first half, but in the second half, he's losing his edge. In the Yankees' 12-8 win over th
The Yankees have finally done what had become impossible over the last two-plus months: win back-to-back series.
Rice went 3-for-5 with his 18th home run, a double and a walk. His three-run shot off former Yankee Sonny Gray in the fourth gave the Yankees a 6-5 lead. His three-run double in the sixth made it 9-5 and his RBI single in the seventh gave the Yankees an 11-7 lead.
The Yankees ace overhauled his approach ahead of this season, and it worked wonders for a few months. But he needs to make some changes again.
During most of the first half, Yankees left-hander Max Fried was dealing as he replaced Gerrit Cole as the ace of the pitching staff. As late as June 25, Fried had a 1.92 ERA in 17 starts. But it has been rough going since then,
Austin Wells pumped his glove toward Max Fried, as if the Yankees catcher expected the arms of home plate umpire Derek Thomas to follow moments later.
The New York Yankees' mound ace has been one of the most important reasons for the team's 2-month swoon. Here's what he had to say about it.
The New York Yankees are projected to cut ties with a former MVP who could decide to give up the game for good.