Max Fried undergoes offseason surgery on throwing elbow
The Yankees’ left-hander underwent a surprise offseason procedure on his throwing arm.
New York Yankees pitcher Max Fried has undergone offseason surgery to remove a bone spur from his throwing elbow, according to GM meetings in Las Vegas. The left-handed pitcher will resume throwing in December and is expected to make a full recovery in time for spring training, allowing him to return for the 2027 season. Throughout the 2026 season, Fried faced issues with his throwing arm, starting with a bone bruise in mid-May, followed by another bone bruise in mid-August, which landed him on the injured list.
Despite these setbacks, Fried managed to post a 2.80 ERA and 2.65 FIP in just 112 innings, slightly improving on his stellar 2025 debut with the Yankees. While no fan wants to hear that their ace needs surgery, Fried's avoidance of major injuries and high level of performance during his time on the field suggest he could be even better when he returns next year.
The timing of the Yankees' season remains uncertain due to the unknown start date of spring, but when it begins, they will expect a healthy and elite version of Max Fried.
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