Max Fried, a free agent pitcher, is expected to finalize his next team by Thursday. After spending eight seasons with the Atlanta Braves, he is now a hot commodity, with the Toronto Blue Jays, Boston Red Sox, and New York Yankees emerging as the top contenders for his services.

Fried's impressive stats and accolades make him a sought-after player, especially after the recent signing frenzy in MLB. The Blue Jays, eager to bolster their rotation, see Fried as a potential ace to complement their existing starters.