The Yankees had a decision to make this offseason—pay a historic price to retain Juan Soto or allocate their resources differently. They chose the latter, spreading over $250 million across multiple acquisitions, with the biggest chunk of that going to left-handed ace Max Fried.
Instead of banking on an overpowering offense, the Yankees have doubled down on elite pitching, aiming to dominate with run prevention.
Gerrit Cole Praises the Addition of Max Fried
When asked about Fried’s arrival, Gerrit Cole didn’t hesitate, calling the move “excellent.” And it’s easy to see why.