The New York Yankees are clearly over Juan Soto as they look to bolster their rotation with the remaining free agents left of the market. While missing out on Soto was upsetting for several Yankee fans, many think that it happened for the best.
The Bronx Bombers are all out to bolster their pitching rotation, and they took one step closer by adding Max Fried. It’s a great deal for the Yanks since they need someone more reliable alongside Gerrit Cole, Luis Gil, and Carlos Rodon. Things did not go well with Nestor Cortes Jr. and Marcus Stroman.
Despite their addiction, MLB fans feel that the Yankees will still be unable to beat the Los Angeles Dodgers. Fans took to social media to share their thoughts on the Yankees signing Max Fried.
Breaking: Max Fried and the New York Yankees are in agreement on an eight-year, $218 million contract, pending physical, sources tell @JeffPassan.
— ESPN (@espn) December 10, 2024
It is the largest guarantee in baseball history for a left-handed pitcher. pic.twitter.com/fr3OdA9a6u
Here’s a look at some of the fan reactions on X.
“Still won’t be able to beat the Dodgers,” wrote one fan.
Still won’t be able to beat the Dodgers
— Tiger Vibes (@Tiger__Vibes) December 10, 2024
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“Love Max Fried but this an overreaction from not getting Soto. Hope he serves them well, but he’s doesn’t have 8 more good years in him,” another fan added.
Love Max Fried but this an overreaction from not getting Soto. Hope he serves them well, but he’s doesn’t have 8 more good years in him
— JF (@JFar1887) December 10, 2024
“Falls flat after missing out on Soto,” one fan chipped in.
Falls flat after missing out on Soto
— sizzlesaints (@sizzlesaints) December 10, 2024
“Waste of money,” one fan responded.
Waste of money
— Wealth Turtle 💰 🐢 (@wealth_turtle) December 10, 2024
They pissing it away
— The Unknown Nobel Burner (@aangmomovv) December 10, 2024
HISTORY! Still won’t win a World Series tho.
— RG | CMFK (@idonttshower) December 10, 2024
Bad contract
— Serhan Dayi (@SerhanOnX) December 10, 2024
I mean why over pay for a 30 year old pitcher
— los (@thelifeoflos_) December 10, 2024
New York Yankees Create History With Max Fried’s Eight-Year Deal
Max Fried became the highest-paid Jewish player to sign a $218 million eight-year deal. The Yankees need a pitcher like Fried to help them in the postseason. The southpaw is undoubtedly a great addition to the team.
The Yankees will have an edge with another left-handed pitcher. However, they have gone a long way by adding eight years to a 30-year-old pitcher. Fried has proved to be an exceptional pitcher with his consistency, which the Yankees desperately need.
Fried finished his 2024 season with a strong 3.25 ERA and an 11-10 record. The southpaw won a World Series title with the Atlanta Braves and holds a career ERA of 3.07. Apart from Fried, the Yanks are expected to add a few sluggers to the team.
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