Overview
- The Yankees announced Monday that left-hander Max Fried was placed on the 15-day injured list with a left elbow bone bruise and the designation was made retroactive to Aug. 14.
- The team gave no return timetable and medical clearance plus a throwing ramp-up will determine how long Fried is actually out.
- Carlos Rodón is scheduled to start as the club adjusts the rotation and whoever fills Fried’s spot will likely be asked to provide extra innings to protect the bullpen.
- Analysts note that if Fried misses extended time the Yankees could feel the strain from having made few deadline moves to add bullpen depth, which would raise pressure on starters and relievers alike.
- Fried recently came off a long May IL stint for the same elbow issue, so reporters and fans are watching durability and roster construction as the club prepares for September and the postseason.