BREAKING: Max Fried Signs 8-Year Deal With AL East Team

Max Fried has signed an eight-year, $218 million deal with the New York Yankees, making him the latest marquee addition to their pitching staff.

The 30-year-old left-hander leaves the Atlanta Braves after an eight-season tenure that included a World Series title, two All-Star appearances, and three Gold Glove awards.

The Yankees see Fried as the ace they’ve been seeking to anchor their rotation for years. Adding Max Fried gives the Yankees one of the best left-handers in the game and strengthens their chances in a competitive AL East.

Breaking: Max Fried and the New York Yankees are in agreement on an eight-year, $218 million contract, pending physical, sources tell @JeffPassan.

It is the largest guarantee in baseball history for a left-handed pitcher. pic.twitter.com/fr3OdA9a6u
— ESPN (@espn) December 10, 2024

Fried's decision comes after weeks of speculation linking him to the Yankees, Boston Red Sox, and Toronto Blue Jays.

With a career 3.07 ERA and a 72-36 record, Fried brings both consistency and postseason experience to New York.

In 2024, he continued to perform at an elite level, posting a 3.25 ERA across 29 starts. While other teams, including the Texas Rangers, were in the mix late, Fried ultimately chose the Yankees, who offered a combination of long-term security and a commitment to immediate contention.

BREAKING: Left-hander Max Fried and the New York Yankees are in agreement on a eight-year, $218 million contract, pending physical, sources tell ESPN. It is the largest guarantee in baseball history for a left-handed pitcher.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) December 10, 2024