The New York Yankees have made a significant move, signing former Braves pitcher Max Fried to an eight-year, $218 million deal. This is a huge contract for a left-handed pitcher, and Yankee Stadium is known to be friendly to lefties. Fried has a strong record, with a 2. 81 ERA over the past five years. However, there are concerns. Fried has missed time due to forearm strains in the past two seasons, leading to some worries about his health. He also had some control issues last season.

For Fantasy Baseball players, this deal is great news. It will help clarify Fried's health status. If the medical checks come back clean, Fried could be a top-tier starting pitcher. But if there are any issues, the Yankees might back out of the deal. This means Fantasy Baseball players should keep an eye on the news.

The Yankees now have seven pitchers competing for five spots. This includes Luis Gil, Marcus Stroman, and Clarke Schmidt. Schmidt had a strong season last year, but he might be the odd man out. Meanwhile, the Braves are facing rotation issues, especially with Spencer Strider's recent elbow procedure. They might need to bring in a new pitcher or rely on young talent.

The Yankees' Big Bet: Will Max Fried's Health Hold Up?

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