MAX FRIED NEWS

Throws bullpen session Fried threw a bullpen session Monday without any protective tape covering the blister on his left index finger, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports.

Impact Fried was skipped on his last turn through rotation because of the blister, but he is expected to return to action at some point during Atlanta's upcoming four-game series in Washington, which begins Thursday. It seems like the NL East champions are simply playing things cautiously with the 29-year-old southpaw, who boasts a 2.64 ERA and 73:13 K:BB in 71.2 innings (13 starts) this season.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

David O'Brien: Max Fried had a "hot spot" on a finger during... - The Athletic Max Fried had a "hot spot" on a finger during his last start against Philadelphia Tuesday (Sept. 12), so the Braves are being cautious and h...

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

May return during weekend series Fried isn't expected to make his next turn through the Atlanta rotation until the team's four-game series in Washington over the weekend after he developed a hot spot on his finger...

Impact Atlanta isn't overly concerned about the issue, and with the National League East division crown already secured, the team can afford to proceed cautiously with one of its top starters. Even if Fried is cleared to pitch this weekend as anticipated, he could still have his workload managed to some degree as Atlanta looks to ensure that he's not too overworked heading into what the team anticipates will be a long postseason run.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strong showing in no-decision Fried did not factor into the decision Tuesday, allowing one run on four hits and two walks over five innings in a 7-6 win over the Phillies. He struck out six.

Impact The 29-year-old left-hander's sole earned run came via the long ball when Nick Castellanos took him deep in the second inning. Fried blanked Philadelphia otherwise, but despite leaving with a 6-1 lead, he settled for a no-decision due to Philadelphia's late comeback. Tuesday's outing marked Fried's sixth consecutive start in which he limited the opposition to three or fewer earned runs, posting a 4-0 record with a 2.78 ERA, 1.29 WHIP and 36:10 K:BB across 35.2 innings during that span. Fried is slated for a rematch with the Phillies in his next start, which is tentatively scheduled for early next week.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Improves to 7-1 Fried (7-1) earned the win over St. Louis on Thursday, allowing three runs on six hits and two walks while striking out four batters over six innings.

Impact Fried came into Thursday having allowed just two runs over 13 frames while striking out 18 batters in his previous two starts. He wasn't quite as effective against the Cardinals, but he pitched well enough to notch his third straight quality start and victory. All of the runs Fried gave up came in the second inning, when St. Louis tagged him for half of the six overall hits he allowed. The southpaw has been very effective across his 12 starts this season, posting a 2.70 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 67:15 K:BB over 66.2 frames.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Spins gem in LA Fried (6-1) allowed three hits and two walks while striking out 10 over seven scoreless innings to earn the win Friday over the Dodgers.

Impact Fried enjoyed his longest outing of the season, which also allowed him to rack up a season high in strikeouts. He's turned in four quality starts over six appearances since returning from a forearm injury in early August. For the season, the southpaw has a 2.52 ERA, 1.15 WHIP and 63:13 K:BB through 60.2 innings over 11 starts this season. Fried is projected for a home start versus the Cardinals next week.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Acuña homers again and steals another base, Fried stifles Dodgers as Braves win 5th in a row, 6-3

Newlywed star Ronald Acuña Jr. hit his 31st homer and stole his 63rd base, Max Fried tossed seven shutout innings and the Atlanta Braves defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-3

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Fans eight in fifth win Fried (5-1) picked up the win in Saturday's 7-3 victory over the Giants, giving up two runs on six hits and two walks over six innings. He struck out eight.

Impact A two-run shot off the bat of Wilmer Flores in the second inning accounted for most of the damage off Fried, who has delivered three quality starts in five outings since coming off the IL at the beginning of the month. The southpaw has a 3.58 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 28:5 K:BB through 27.2 innings in August, numbers below his usual standards, and he faces a potentially tough test in his next start, which is likely to come on the road next week against the NL West-leading Dodgers.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Photos: Max Fried, Braves face Giants game Photos from the Braves at Giants game on August 26, 2023.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • AJC.COM

Braves' Max Fried gets another crack at Giants Atlanta Braves left-hander Max Fried hopes to have more success against the San Francisco Giants than he had six days ago when he gets a rem...

AUGUST 26, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM

What we learned in MLB this week: Braves ready for October; Yankees ready for 2024?

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AUGUST 24, 2023

Allows three runs in no-decision Fried did not factor into the decision Sunday, allowing three runs on nine hits and a walk over 5.2 innings against the Giants. He struck out six.

Impact Fried's final line could've looked a lot worse Sunday -- he held the Giants to three runs on a pair of home runs despite allowing a season-high nine hits. The 29-year-old left-hander's surrendered 17 hits in his last two starts (11.1 innings) though he's allowed just five runs in that span. Overall, Fried is 4-1 with a 2.83 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 45:9 K:BB across nine starts (47.2 innings) this season. He's currently in line for a rematch with the Giants on the road in his next outing.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fried trying to speed up 'learning curve' after long absence ATLANTA -- Max Fried has made a combined eight starts at the Minor League and Major League levels since a strained left forearm prevented hi...

AUGUST 20, 2023 • MLB.COM

Max Fried shows on a muggy August night why Braves need him in the cool of October Fried made his first home start in three months in swampy summer conditions, but he made it to the seventh inning in a win against Yankees.

AUGUST 15, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Notches fourth win Fried (4-1) earned the win Monday, allowing two runs on eight hits and a walk over six innings in an 11-3 victory over the Yankees. He struck out two.

Impact After allowing a run in each of the first and second innings, Fried settled down to hold the Yankees scoreless over his final four frames to grab the win. It was a solid bounce-back from Fried after he surrendered four runs in just four innings in his last outing against Pittsburgh. The left-hander is now 2-0 with a 3.38 ERA in six starts (16 innings) since returning from a two-month IL stint. Overall, his ERA sits at 2.57 with a 1.12 WHIP and 39:8 K:BB across eight starts (42 innings) this season. Fried's currently lined up for a home matchup with the Giants in his next outing.

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reporters' notebook: Max Fried has two personalities This weekly feature of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, allows our reporters to open their notebooks and provide even more information from...

AUGUST 10, 2023 • AJC.COM

Early exit in no-decision Fried came away with a no-decision Wednesday in Atlanta's 6-5 win over the Pirates, giving up four runs on six hits and a walk over four innings. He struck out four.

Impact The southpaw cruised through the first three innings before falling apart in the fourth, but Atlanta's offense had already built a 4-0 lead and Fried was never in line for a loss. He exited after 79 pitches (50 strikes), and the team hasn't yet extended him to 80 or more pitches since his return from a forearm issue that cost him three months of action. Atlanta's massive lead in the NL East affords the team the luxury of bringing Fried along slowly, but he could get stretched out a little more in his next start, likely to come at home early next week against the Yankees.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

MLB roundup: Braves' Max Fried returns, tames Cubs Max Fried threw six shutout innings in his first start in nearly three months, helping the visiting Atlanta Braves to an 8-0 win against the...

AUGUST 5, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Dominant in return Fried (3-1) earned the win Friday, allowing three hits over six scoreless innings against the Cubs. He struck out eight without issuing a walk.

Impact Making his first start in the majors since May 5, Fried showed no ill effects from the forearm injury. In fact, he appeared close to peak form as he blanked the Cubs over six innings at Wrigley Field. The lefty got 16 called strikes and nine swinging strikes on 72 pitches. Expect him to add to his workload in his next few starts, with the team looking to build Fried up gradually after the long layoff. He lines up for a road start in Pittsburgh next week.

AUGUST 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Max Fried dominant in return from 3-month IL stint as slugging Braves rout Cubs Fried retired the first 12 batters he faced in his first start since May 5 as the Braves cruised to a big victory at Wrigley Field.

AUGUST 5, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Max Fried pitches like an ace in his return: 'I felt sharper than expected' CHICAGO – As good as they are, as much talent as they have, the Braves know their chances of winning the World Series are much higher with M...

AUGUST 4, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Max Fried pitches like an ace in his return: 'I felt sharper than expected' CHICAGO – As good as they are, as much talent as they have, the Braves know their chances of winning the World Series are much higher with M...

AUGUST 4, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Photos: Max Fried dominates as Braves beat Cubs Photos from the Braves at Cubs game on August 4, 2023. The Braves won 8-0.

AUGUST 4, 2023 • AJC.COM

Max Fried strong in return as Braves rout Cubs Max Fried threw six shutout innings in his first start in nearly three months to help the visiting Atlanta Braves to an 8-0 win against the...

AUGUST 4, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM