New York Yankees ace Max Fried exits Orioles game with elbow soreness

New York Yankees pitcher Max Fried will undergo medical imaging on Thursday after exiting Wednesday’s game against the Baltimore Orioles with left elbow soreness.

The 32-year-old was withdrawn after completing just three innings of the American League contest.

Team physician Dr Chris Ahmad is scheduled to examine the left-hander following complaints of posterior soreness in his pitching arm.

Prior to his early departure, the former Atlanta Braves starter had surrendered three runs and five hits to the visiting Orioles.

Bullpen summoned as recent struggles continue

Reliever Paul Blackburn was immediately instructed to warm up as the injured ace headed straight down the stadium tunnel.

This physical setback follows a difficult previous outing for the veteran in Milwaukee, where he conceded five runs over six innings.

Despite these recent difficulties, the marquee signing has been a vital component of the New York rotation this season.

All-Star pedigree and injury history

The 2025 All-Star selection had compiled a respectable 3.21 earned run average across 10 starts during his debut campaign in the Bronx.

While elbow joint issues are a fresh concern, the southpaw has previously endured multiple spells on the medical sidelines.

Throughout his tenure in Atlanta between 2018 and 2023, recurring blister problems on his throwing hand repeatedly forced him onto the injured list.