Fried's emergence as a new ace for the Yankees in Cole's absence is a significant development, with an impressive ERA and strikeout ratio.

Max Fried has been exceptional for the Yankees, showcasing elite pitching with a recent performance of 7.2 scoreless innings against the Rays, which has positioned him as a leading pitcher early in the season.

Max Fried's exceptional performance helped the Yankees secure the win, improving his record to 4-0 with a 1.42 ERA.

Max Fried delivered a strong performance, striking out multiple batters and coming close to a no-hitter, which was ultimately broken up by a scoring change. His ability to maintain composure and pitch effectively showcases his potential as a top starter for the Yankees.

Max Fried showcased a brilliant performance with 7 2⁄3 shutout innings on Sunday, nearly achieving a no-hitter against the Rays. His bid was halted by a controversial scoring change that awarded a hit instead of an error on Goldschmidt, resulting in one of MLB's most exciting near-misses this season.