Max Fried recently signed a historic eight-year, $218 million contract with the New York Yankees, the largest ever for a left-handed pitcher. During his introductory press conference, Fried humorously noted his first thought was to buy dog food for his pet rather than indulge in luxury items.

Fried's consistent performance with the Atlanta Braves over the past six seasons, including a 3.08 ERA and two All-Star selections, made him a top target for the Yankees. His unique pitching style, relying on soft contact, complements the power arms already in the Yankees' rotation.