New York Yankees placed left‑hander Max Fried on the 15-day injured list Friday after scans confirmed a bone bruise in his pitching elbow. The diagnosis followed Fried’s early exit from Wednesday’s 7-0 defeat in Baltimore, where he lasted three innings. Yankees physician Dr. Chris Ahmad oversaw the evaluation and Fried will likely miss the upcoming series against Toronto.

Fried described the discomfort as a tightening sensation that worsened between batters, making it difficult to reach his usual 88‑91 mph fastball velocity after the first few hitters. He attempted to loosen up during the game, but the pain limited his effectiveness and forced the early removal. The injury adds immediate pressure to a rotation already coping with several absences.

With Fried sidelined, the Yankees must rely on back‑end starters to fill the void as they chase a postseason berth in the tightly contested AL East. Manager Aaron Boone indicated that the club will evaluate Fried’s readiness in the coming weeks before determining a return date. The move underscores the fragility of a staff that has already lost key arms for now.