Fri Jul 28 2023 | 14:46 | Max Fried Scratched From Friday's Rehab Start |
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried (illness) won't make his scheduled rehab start with Triple-A Gwinnett on Friday. The team hasn't exactly said why Fried was scratched, but fantasy managers shouldn't be alarmed. The left-hander was scratched from Wednesday's start due to an illness, so it's assumed he's still dealing with the issue. The Braves were hopeful to activate Fried from the injured list this week. That won't happen yet as the team wants Fried to make at least one more rehab start. Fantasy managers are going to have to wait a little longer before Fried is back on the mound for Atlanta. |
Source: Mark Bowman | RotoBaller.com |
Wed Jul 26 2023 | 21:06 | Max Fried Scratched From Rehab Start Due To Illness |
Atlanta Braves left-hander Max Fried (forearm, illness) was scratched from his minor-league rehab start for Triple-A Gwinnett on Wednesday night due to an illness. The team will announce a new date for his next rehab start on either Thursday or Friday. Fried was expected to make his fourth rehab start and then likely be activated from the 60-day injured list, but that will have to wait for now. Depending on when the 29-year-old southpaw's final rehab start is, he could still return to Atlanta's starting rotation at some point later next week. Fried should remain stashed in all fantasy leagues despite not having pitched in the big leagues since May 5. It's been a frustrating year for Fried due to injuries -- he's made just five starts -- but he's a fantasy ace when healthy. |
Source: The Athletic - David O'Brien | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Jul 22 2023 | 18:48 | Max Fried To Make Another Rehab Start |
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried (forearm) will make at least one more rehab start after pitching on Friday with Triple-A Gwinnett. Fried allowed three runs while striking out five in 3 1/3 innings during Friday's outing. The left-hander has been sidelined since early May due to a left forearm strain. The organization was hopeful that Fried would be able to return next week. However, that won't happen after Fried only lasted 65 pitches during Friday's rehab start. It sounds like he's getting closer to returning, so fantasy managers should check the waiver wire to make sure Fried isn't sitting there. |
Source: Justin Toscano | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Jul 21 2023 | 00:48 | Max Fried Has Rehab Start Pushed Back |
Atlanta Braves left-hander Max Fried's (forearm) third minor-league rehab start for Triple-A Gwinnett on Thursday was postponed due to rain. There will be a doubleheader on Friday, but the Braves haven't decided which game Fried will start. Instead, the 29-year-old will toss five innings a day later. If he can avoid any setbacks on Friday, the Braves should reinstate him from the injured list at some point next week. He's made a start each for Gwinnett and High-A Rome so far and has gone 4 1/3 shutout innings while walking two and striking out four on the farm. Fried has only made five starts so far in 2023 due to injury, but he's a fantasy ace when he's healthy and he should not be on any waiver wires. |
Source: The Athletic - David O'Brien | RotoBaller.com |
Wed Jul 19 2023 | 19:38 | Max Fried Could Return Next Week |
Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker said that left-hander Max Fried (forearm) is scheduled to throw five innings in his minor-league rehab start on Thursday for Triple-A Gwinnett. It increases the possibility that Friday could be activated from the injured list to start one of next week's games against the Boston Red Sox. The 29-year-old southpaw has looked good so far in his first two rehab starts, tossing 4 1/3 scoreless innings with four starts, so as long as everything goes well on Thursday, fantasy managers should expect to get him back next week. Fried has been out since early May with a left-forearm strain, but he's a fantasy ace when he's healthy. |
Source: MLB.com - Mark Bowman | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Jul 15 2023 | 21:59 | Max Fried Efficient In Saturday's Rehab Start |
Atlanta Braves left-hander Max Fried (forearm) allowed two hits and no walks while striking out three over three scoreless innings in Saturday's rehab start with High-A Rome. The 29-year-old threw 30 pitches, landing 23 for strikes. He has been sidelined since early May with a left forearm strain. The southpaw is on track to return in late July. He posted a 2.08 ERA, 1.08 WHIP, and a 25:6 K: BB across 26 innings before landing on the injured list. Fried will have a few more rehab starts as he continues to be stretched out. Fantasy managers should continue to stash him in all league formats. |
Source: David O'Brien | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Jul 13 2023 | 12:01 | Max Fried To Make Second Rehab Start Saturday |
Atlanta Braves left-hander Max Fried (forearm) will make his second minor-league rehab start for Double-A Rome on Saturday. Fried made his first rehab start with Triple-A Gwinnett last week and gave up one hit while walking two and striking out one in 1 1/3 scoreless innings. The 29-year-old southpaw should go a little deeper in Saturday's start, and barring any setbacks, he's expected to rejoin Atlanta's starting rotation as their ace by the end of July. Fried has only made five starts due to injuries so far in 2023, but he's been his normal ace-like self when on the mound, posting a 2.08 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 25 strikeouts in 26 innings pitched. He'll return to being a must-start each time he takes the mound once he rejoins the Braves. |
Source: The Athletic - Jeff Schultz | RotoBaller.com |
Sun Jul 9 2023 | 14:23 | Max Fried Throws 1 1/3 Innings In Rehab Start |
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried (forearm) threw 35 pitches over 1 1/3 innings in a rehab start with Triple-A Gwinnett on Sunday. The 29-year-old left-hander threw 18 strikes and walked a pair of batters in the contest and was taken out after 1 1/3 innings. This was Fried's first start since early May when he hit the injured list with a forearm strain, so it makes sense that the Braves wanted to keep it short. The team will want to stretch him out a bit more before rejoining the major league club so he'll get a few more rehab starts. |
Source: Gwinnett Stripers | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Jul 6 2023 | 19:49 | Max Fried To Start Rehab Assignment Sunday |
Atlanta Braves left-hander Max Fried (forearm) will start a minor-league rehab assignment with Triple-A Gwinnett on Sunday. Last year's National League Cy Young runner-up has been on the injured list since May 9 with a left-forearm strain, but he's getting close to returning to Atlanta's starting rotation. The 29-year-old southpaw will take the next step in his recovery after throwing a successful live batting practice session on Tuesday. As long as he doesn't suffer any setbacks in the minors, Fried should return for fantasy managers later this month. Fried is a fantasy ace when healthy and had a shiny 2.08 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 25 strikeouts in 26 innings in his first five starts in 2023 before going on the shelf. |
Source: The Athletic - David O'Brien | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Jul 4 2023 | 17:51 | Max Fried Throws Live Batting Practice Tuesday |
Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker said that left-hander Max Fried (forearm) threw live batting practice on Tuesday, and it went well. When asked if Fried's next step would be a minor-league rehab assignment, Snitker said the team will see how Fried feels on Wednesday first. If the 29-year-old southpaw is feeling good and is cleared to start a rehab assignment soon, he should be able to return to Atlanta's starting rotation early in the second half of the season after next week's All-Star break. Fried is a fantasy ace when healthy, but he's been out since early May with a left-forearm strain. In his five starts this year, he's gone 2-1 with a shiny 2.08 ERA (3.06 FIP), 1.08 WHIP, six walks and 25 strikeouts in 26 innings pitched. He shouldn't be available on any waiver wires. |
Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - Justin Toscano | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Jun 30 2023 | 21:40 | Max Fried Faces Live Hitters For First Time |
Atlanta Braves left-hander Max Fried (forearm) faced live hitters on Friday for the first time since resuming throwing. It was a big step in the rehab process, and manager Brian Snitker said it went well. There's still no timetable for Fried to begin a minor-league rehab assignment, but a return to Atlanta's starting rotation isn't expected to be too long after the All-Star break in mid-July. The 29-year-old southpaw has been on the injured list since early May due to a left-forearm strain, but Fried is making some good progress as we head into July. As soon as he starts a rehab assignment, he won't be far away. The fantasy ace must remain stashed in all leagues. In five starts before going on the shelf, he went 2-1 with a stellar 2.08 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 25 strikeouts in 26 innings pitched. |
Source: The Athletic - David O'Brien | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Jun 15 2023 | 21:18 | Max Fried Throwing Off A Mound |
Atlanta Braves left-hander Max Fried (forearm) has resumed throwing off a mound, but he hasn't faced hitters yet. The Braves are being cautious with his rehab, and he won't be back with the team until after the All-Star break in mid-July. Fried will eventually advance to full bullpen sessions, will resume facing hitters and will then need to go out on a minor-league rehab assignment before he joins the Braves' starting rotation for the second half of the season. The 29-year-old southpaw is dealing with a left-forearm strain and has been sidelined since early May. Fantasy managers must remain patient and keep him stashed in all formats. Before the injury, Fried was performing like an ace, going 2-1 with a 2.08 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 25 strikeouts in 26 innings over five starts. |
Source: The Athletic - David O'Brien | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Jun 9 2023 | 22:17 | Max Fried Still Not Throwing Off The Mound |
Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Max Fried (forearm) is progressing. According to manager Brian Snitker, the left-hander's flat-ground sessions have gone well, although he's still not ready to begin throwing off the mound. Fried amassed a 2-1 record with a 2.08 ERA and 25 strikeouts in five starts in 2023. However, he suffered a forearm strain in early May and has been on the shelf ever since. But there may be light at the end of the tunnel, so fantasy managers should keep their fingers crossed and hope Fried is back sooner rather than later. |
Source: David O'Brien | RotoBaller.com |
Thu May 25 2023 | 16:51 | Max Fried Plays Catch Thursday |
Atlanta Braves left-hander Max Fried (forearm) played catch on flat ground on Thursday. Once Fried begins building up his arm again, he'll start throwing bullpen sessions, live batting practice and making minor-league rehab starts like he's going through another spring training, so he won't be back in the big leagues for some time. Still, fantasy managers should be encouraged that the 29-year-old southpaw has been cleared to begin his throwing program. Fried has been shut down for over two weeks with a left-forearm strain. If everything goes well with no setbacks, there's a chance he could rejoin Atlanta's starting rotation before the end of June. Fried was pitching like an ace before his injury and should remain stashed in all fantasy formats. |
Source: MLB.com - Mark Bowman | RotoBaller.com |
Mon May 22 2023 | 14:05 | Max Fried Close To Resuming Throwing |
Atlanta Braves left-hander Max Fried (forearm) is close to resuming throwing, so it seems realistic to expect him back sometime around the All-Star break in early July. Fried was placed on the injured list with a strained left forearm two weeks ago, and he was recently cleared to resume lifting weights. Fantasy managers are going to need to remain patient with the 29-year-old southpaw, and he should remain stashed in all formats. Once he begins throwing bullpen sessions again, he'll eventually need to go on a lengthy minor-league rehab assignment as well. Getting Fried back at any point in July might be a best-case scenario for the Braves and fantasy managers. Before the injury, he had gone 2-1 with a 2.08 ERA (3.06 FIP), 1.08 WHIP, six walks and 25 strikeouts in 26 innings over just five starts. |
Source: The Athletic - David O'Brien | RotoBaller.com |
Sun May 21 2023 | 01:38 | Max Fried Lifting Weights |
According to Braves manager Brian Snitker, starting pitcher Max Fried (forearm) has been lifting weights. The left-hander has been on the 15-day injured list after suffering a strained forearm. There was talk he'd miss a few months. However, the fact he's at least doing something is a positive sign. Fried had played well before going down with the injury, compiling a 2-1 record (five starts) with a 2.08 ERA and 25 strikeouts in 26 innings. Without a doubt, plenty of fantasy managers are waiting for the 29-year-old to return, so he's worth a stash until that happens. |
Source: Justin Toscano | RotoBaller.com |
Thu May 11 2023 | 08:09 | Max Fried To Miss At Least Two Months |
Atlanta Braves Max Fried (forearm) was placed on the 15-day injured list with a strained left forearm on Tuesday. It was unclear how long he would be on the shelf in the initial reports, but according to Fox Sports: MLB, the left-hander will miss at least two months with the ailment. That's a huge blow to the Braves and fantasy managers, as Fried has developed into a fantasy ace over the past couple of seasons. This year, the 29-year-old owns a 2.08 ERA and 1.08 WHIP with 25 strikeouts and six walks over five starts and already missed time in April with an injury. Fantasy managers should be stashing Fried in every league, hoping that he'll come back at the two-month mark. |
Source: Fox Sports: MLB | RotoBaller.com |
Tue May 9 2023 | 12:00 | Max Fried Goes On 15-Day Injured List |
The Atlanta Braves placed left-hander Max Fried (forearm) on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to May 6) with a strained left forearm on Tuesday and recalled left-hander Danny Young from the minors in a corresponding move. Fried will now miss at least a couple of weeks, and it's unlikely he'll be ready to return to the rotation when he's eligible on May 21. In the meantime, fantasy managers must be patient and stash him in an injured-list spot. Jared Schuster is expected to take Fried's spot in Atlanta's rotation, giving him more fantasy upside in the short term. This is already Fried's second trip to the IL in 2023, but he's been an ace when healthy, posting a 2.08 ERA (3.12 FIP), 1.08 WHIP, six walks and 25 K's in 26 innings over his five starts. |
Source: Braves Twitter | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Apr 29 2023 | 01:05 | Max Fried Collects Victory Over Mets |
Atlanta Braves left-handed pitcher Max Fried gave a strong outing against the New York Mets Friday. He pitched five innings and allowed only three hits and a single walk while striking out an impressive seven batters. Fried has been on a tear with an outstanding 2-0 record, 0.45 ERA, 0.90 WHIP, and 18 strikeouts over 20 frames tossed since the start of the season. He is a must-start in fantasy, with his next outing scheduled for Wednesday versus the Marlins. |
Source: Mark Bowman | RotoBaller.com |
Mon Apr 17 2023 | 14:30 | Max Fried Activated From IL, Will Start Against Padres Monday |
The Atlanta Braves reinstated left-hander Max Fried (hamstring) from the injured list on Monday and placed left-hander Lucas Luetge (bicep) on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to April 14) in a corresponding move with left bicep inflammation. Fried injured his hamstring on Opening Day but will now return to face the San Diego Padres on Monday on the road. The 29-year-old southpaw is typically a must-start ace for fantasy managers, but you should think twice before using him against a potent San Diego lineup this week, especially since Fried didn't even have a minor-league rehab start before returning from the injured list. |
Source: Braves Twitter | RotoBaller.com |