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Time of India
18 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
MLB analyst predicts comeback heroics from Blake Snell over red-hot Max Fried
MLB analyst predicts comeback heroics from Blake Snell over red-hot Max Fried (Image Source: Getty Images) Blake Snell has not pitched since April 2, 2025. The Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander is recovering from a shoulder injury. But even after two months off the mound, an MLB analyst believes Snell could still shine in October. The Dodgers are hopeful for his return. And now, the debate has begun: can Blake Snell outperform Max Fried in the postseason? MLB insider backs Blake Snell to shine over Max Fried On Saturday, June 1, 2025, Doug McKain, a well-known MLB analyst and host for Dodgers Nation, shared a bold opinion. He said Blake Snell could be a key player in the playoffs, if healthy. McKain posted his view on X (formerly Twitter), where he stated that Snell, on his best day, can outpitch Max Fried. Max Fried, now playing for the New York Yankees, is enjoying a spectacular year. Thus yet, the winner of the 2021 World Series has a 7-1 record. With 70 strikeouts in 12 appearances, a 0.97 WHIP, and an ERA of barely 1.92. His sole loss came against the Dodgers on May 30, 2025, at Dodger Stadium. Meanwhile, Blake Snell only made two starts this season. His second game on April 2, 2025 was the Atlanta Braves. After the match, he reported shoulder stiffness and has not returned since. The Dodgers later placed him on the injured list. Despite that, McKain believes the two-time Cy Young Award winner can deliver in October if he fully recovers. Also Read: Blake Snell Silence Grows Louder As Dodgers Wait For Answers Blake Snell's past success gives hope to Dodgers fans Blake Snell is no stranger to high-pressure games. He has already proven himself in past playoff seasons. He assisted the Tampa Bay Rays in winning the 2020 World Series. He claimed the Cy Young Award with the San Diego Padres in 2023. Confident of his ability and experience, the Dodgers signed him over the offseason. Though his health is still a concern, fans and experts remain hopeful. In an earlier interview shared by Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said, 'We signed Blake for moments like these. When he's healthy, he can be one of the best.' Max Fried will pitch next on June 5, 2025, against the Cleveland Guardians at Yankee Stadium. Meanwhile, Dodgers fans are waiting for news on Snell's recovery. If he returns in time, the October spotlight could be on him once again.
New York Post
2 days ago
- Sport
- New York Post
Yankees experience deja vu as Dodgers rally to grab first game of World Series rematch
Access the Yankees beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Greg Joyce about the inside buzz on the Yankees. Try it free LOS ANGELES — Before first pitch, Freddie Freeman's walk-off grand slam in Game 1 of the World Series already had been shown on the video board twice. The public address announcer referred to the Dodgers as the World Series champions whenever possible. Advertisement And throughout the night, a large white flag flew in center field to commemorate their title from last October. 7 Freddie Freeman of the Los Angeles Dodgers scores a run by sliding into home plate during the sixth inning against the New York Yankees at Dodger Stadium on May 30, 2025. Getty Images And in case that wasn't all harrowing enough for the Yankees, they saw a three-run lead get away when the Dodgers rallied for a four-run inning against their ace. No, it was not the fifth inning of Game 5, and there were no Yankees errors that fueled it. Advertisement But the Dodgers used a big sixth inning to knock Max Fried out of the game and beat the Yankees 8-5 on Friday night at Dodger Stadium in their first meeting since the World Series. 7 Max Fried got the start for the Yankees. Getty Images Fried entered the night having given up 10 earned runs and three home runs all season across 70 innings. Advertisement Then, in a span of five-plus innings Friday, the Dodgers (35-22) tagged him for six earned runs and two home runs — both from Shohei Ohtani. The Yankees (35-21), who saw their five-game winning streak snapped, clubbed four home runs of their own off right-hander Tony Gonsolin in the first three innings alone. 7 Los Angeles Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani, left, hits a solo home run as New York Yankees starting pitcher Max Fried, center, and catcher Austin Wells watch during the sixth inning. AP 7 Shohei Ohtani (17) rounds the bases after hitting a home run during the sixth inning against the New York Yankees at Dodger Stadium. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Advertisement That included one from Aaron Judge, who traded solo shots with Ohtani in the first inning, before the Yankees took a 5-2 lead into the sixth. But Ohtani led off the frame with his second home run of the night (and 22nd of the year), a moonshot hit so high to right field that the music started to play before it landed because it took so long. Immediately after throwing the pitch, all Fried could do was turn around and put his hands on his knees as the ball sailed out. CHECK OUT THE LATEST MLB STANDINGS AND YANKEES STATS Teoscar Hernández and Will Smith followed with back-to-back singles before Freeman walked to the plate with the sellout crowd of 53,276 chanting his name. 7 Aaron Judge (99) rounds the bases after his first-inning homer. Jason Parkhurst-Imagn Images 7 Aaron Judge and Trent Grisham of the New York Yankees celebrate after a two-run home run during the second inning. Getty Images The World Series MVP delivered an RBI double to pull the Dodgers within 5-4 and send Fried to the showers. Advertisement Jonathan Loáisiga entered from the bullpen, and with the infield in, Andy Pages hit a ground ball past the dive of Anthony Volpe to tie the game at five. The Yankees got the first out of the inning when Tommy Edman hit a chopper to first and Paul Goldschmidt got Freeman stuck in a pickle between third and home. But before he was tagged out, the Dodgers got the other two runners to second and third. So when Max Muncy pinch-hit for Kiké Hernández, Aaron Boone opted to intentionally walk him with first base open and bring in lefty Tim Hill with the bases loaded. Advertisement But Hill, who has struggled with his command of late, walked ex-Met Michael Conforto on a full count, forcing in a run to put the Dodgers up 6-5. A double play got the Yankees out of the inning, but the Dodgers came back for more in the seventh, all with two outs, against Yerry De Los Santos. Freeman was in the middle of the rally once again with a double before he raced around to score the second run on Pages' two-run single. The Yankees threatened in the eighth inning by putting runners on the corners with two outs and righty Ben Casparius on the mound. 7 Austin Wells celebrates his home run. Getty Images Advertisement Boone sent up lefty-swinging pinch-hitter J.C. Escarra, with the Dodgers countering by bringing in lefty reliever Tanner Scott. Boone then pinch-hit DJ LeMahieu for Escarra, but he flew out to end the threat. When Judge and Ohtani exchanged blows in the first inning, it marked the first time in MLB history that both reigning MVPs homered in the first inning of the same game, according to Stats Perform. In the second inning, Austin Wells and Trent Grisham each hit their first home run since May 12 — Wells a solo shot and Grisham a two-run blast to put the Yankees up 4-1. Advertisement After the Dodgers got one run back in the bottom of the inning, Paul Goldschmidt led off the third by taking Gonsolin deep to make it a 5-2 game. Judge — whose dropped fly ball in center field gave way to the horrific fifth inning in Game 5 — gave Fried a hand in the third inning by playing some sterling defense. Teoscar Hernández hit a fly ball into the gap that had extra bases written all over it, but Judge laid out to make a superb catch.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Yankees' pitching staff quietly leads 14-game streak
Yankees' pitching staff quietly leads 14-game streak originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Yankees' pitching staff has quietly put together something you don't see every day. In the last 14 straight games heading into Friday night's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Yankees' pitchers have allowed four runs or fewer per game. Advertisement It's a streak that doesn't just show how good they are now—it puts their current run in rare historical company. New York Yankees starter Clarke Schmidt pitches against the Angles in Anaheim on May 28, 2025. © Kirby Lee-Imagn Images Since May 13, the Bronx Bombers have held opponents to a 1.86 ERA over that stretch, with 13 of those games allowing three runs or less. That kind of consistency on the mound is what fuels wins. It is no coincidence that the Yankees are 16-4 in their last 20 games, riding this pitching wave as much as their offense. This streak is the longest the Yankees have posted in 39 years, dating back to 1987, according to the game notes. And it's only the fifth time since 1920 that New York has done it this long. Previous runs include an 18-game stretch in 1953 and 17 games in 1963. So this isn't just some hot streak. It's historic. Advertisement No surprise here, but Max Fried has been the biggest reason behind it all. The lefty is 7-0 with a 1.29 ERA in 11 starts this year. But it's not just Fried. The bullpen and rotation depth have kept this pitching streak alive. From Clarke Schmidt's recent scoreless outing to the bullpen shutting down opponents late, this team's pitching depth is the real deal. What is surprising is that the Yankees are doing this without Gerrit Cole and Luis Gil. Cole is out for the season after Tommy John surgery. Gil is working his way back from a lat strain that has prevented him from making his 2025 debut. Advertisement With the Bronx Bombers, pitching often gets overlooked. But this Yankees staff reminds us it's still the foundation for winning. Holding opponents under four runs for 14 games straight might not grab the headlines every day, but it's what turns good teams into contenders. Related: Max Fried's Cy Young Momentum Builds With Rockies Masterclass Related: Yankees' 'Told Ya So' Moment Arrives with $162 Million Veteran This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
What is Max Fried's net worth in 2025? New York Yankees star's MLB salary and contract details
Image Source: Getty Max Fried, the New York Yankees' top pitcher, is a big name in baseball, loved by fans for his amazing skills. In 2025, his huge contract and growing wealth are grabbing attention. Let's take a look at Max Fried's net worth in 2025, his new Yankees deal, and what's next for him in MLB. Max Fried signs record-breaking Yankees contract In December 2024, Max Fried signed a massive eight-year contract with the New York Yankees for $218 million, the biggest ever for a left-handed pitcher in baseball. In 2025, he will get $12 million as his salary plus a $10 million bonus, making $22 million total. The Yankees signed him after losing another star, Juan Soto, to the Mets, showing they want a strong pitching team. Fried's deal has a rule that lets him choose if he stays with the Yankees. His yearly pay of $27.25 million makes him one of the top-paid pitchers. This deal helps the Yankees sign other good players for 2025. Fried's contract has made him much richer and a key player for the Yankees. Also Read: Who is Max Fried's girlfriend Reni Mayer? Everything on couple's low-key romance Max Fried's path to riches and baseball fame Max Fried built a strong career with the Atlanta Braves from 2017 to 2024 before joining the Yankees, winning a World Series in 2021 and three Gold Glove Awards. Before 2025, he earned $43.07 million in his career, including $15 million in 2024. His net worth was about $9 million in 2023, but his new contract likely pushes it near $20 million in 2025, thanks to his bonus and some brand deals. Off the field, Fried supports charities like the Jackie Robinson Foundation, which makes him more popular. He joined the Yankees to win more championships, and his hot start in 2025, including a near no-hitter against Tampa Bay, shows he fits right in. The Yankees believe Fried can get even better by adding more strikeouts. His contract starts with lower pay in 2025 and 2026, then rises to $29 million yearly, helping the team add other players. Fried's success and wealth keep growing in 2025.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Will Max Fried play tonight against Los Angeles Dodgers? Latest update on New York Yankees star's injury report (May 30, 2025)
Image Source: Getty The New York Yankees are set to play the Los Angeles Dodgers tonight at 10:10 p.m. ET on Apple TV+. Fans are excited to see if Max Fried, the Yankees' top pitcher, will take the mound or not. Let's check the latest news on his health and what's happening with this high voltage game. Max Fried confirmed to pitch tonight against Dodgers Max Fried, the Yankees' star pitcher, is all set to start against the Dodgers at Dodger Stadium tonight. Recent reports say he's healthy and has no injuries, ready to face a strong Dodgers team. Posts on X show that Fried has given some Dodgers hitters like Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman all they can handle by limiting their productivity against him to a .114 average in 114 at-bats. Fried has had a great history with Dodger Stadium, where he has a 2.00 ERA over four starts since 2020 with 34 strikeouts in 27 innings. Once you combine his ability to pitch groundballs along with limiting hits, he will give you a serious challenge. Fans are excited to see if he can keep up his amazing performance in this important game. The Yankees, with a 35-20 record, are counting on Fried to lead them. Fried will face tough Dodgers hitters like Shohei Ohtani and Teoscar Hernandez. He often throws fewer than 90 pitches to go deep into games, which helps the Yankees a lot. Tonight's game could boost Fried's chances for the Cy Young award. Everyone is eager to see how he does in this big matchup. Also Read: Los Angeles Dodgers vs New York Yankees: Predicted lineup, how to watch, start time and more Dodgers face challenges with injured players The Dodgers have some injuries to deal with that could affect their performance against Fried in the game tonight. Players like Roki Sasaki, who has not pitched since May 14 because of shoulder trouble, and Kirby Yates, who also has a hamstring issue won't be able to play. Another big piece is Freddie Freeman, who is not quite ready to run after having ankle surgery; therefore, he is not going to be at his best. Shohei Ohtani, who has been dealing with a sore shoulder, will most likely play DH even though he has been a little banged up; he is still hitting .292 and has close to 10 home runs in the month. The Dodgers are 34-22, and they are going to rely on Tony Gonsolin to do the pitching. He will have a tough time against Fried, also. These injuries could make it harder for the Dodgers to win. The Yankees will try to take advantage of these weaknesses. Fried's ability to make hitters hit easy groundballs could keep the Dodgers' strong offense quiet. Meanwhile, Yankees' star Aaron Judge is back in right field after a toe injury in 2023. The Dodgers added padding to their outfield wall to keep players safe.
