Max Fried, the Yankees' ace left-hander, is set to make his first Minor League rehab start since May 13 due to a bone bruise in his pitching elbow. This is a significant step in his recovery process, as he aims to return to the Major League roster. With a pitch count set for the low 50s, Fried will take the mound for the Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre team against Worcester on Friday. This is a crucial moment for the 32-year-old, who has been a key player for the Yankees this season, boasting a 4-3 record and 3.21 ERA in 10 starts. The Yankees' manager, Aaron Boone, has indicated that Fried will make at least two Minor League starts, with a potential return to the Major League roster on the horizon. This is a positive sign for the team, as Fried's presence on the mound is invaluable. The three-time All-Star signed an eight-year, $218 million contract before the 2025 campaign, where he led the Major League with 19 wins and a 2.86 ERA in 32 starts. In other injury updates, Carlos Rodón threw 10 pitches from the mound on Thursday, while Giancarlo Stanton has resumed outdoor running. Clarke Schmidt, who is recovering from Tommy John surgery, is set to face hitters for the first time on Saturday. These developments provide a glimmer of hope for the Yankees' fans, who eagerly await the return of their star players to the field.
