Part 2/8:
Max Fried is a two-time All-Star, and recent conversations with Yankees management have highlighted their focus on his "pitchability." Fried excels at generating ground balls, maintaining a low home-run rate, and presenting excellent command on the mound. Last season, he gave up only 13 home runs and displayed a remarkable ability to take control of games—an asset for any pitching rotation, particularly at the Yankees' home field.