Yankees turn to Fried in must-win ALDS game against Rays
Summarised from 2 outlets · 5 reports · Updated 7 Oct, 22:48 · Archive
The Yankees must win their playoff game against the Rays with Max Fried pitching despite expecting fatherhood imminently.
The Yankees face elimination in their ALDS series against the Rays and must win Game 3 to extend their season. Pitcher Max Fried confirmed he is expecting a baby 'any day now' but has vowed that nothing will stop him from taking the mound for the team. With Fried scheduled to pitch, the Yankees hope to mount a comeback with their rotation of starters lined up for the series.
The game marks a critical moment for the Yankees' season, with Fried tasked with delivering a victory to keep their playoff hopes alive in the Bronx.

How it is being reported
- How to watch Yankees must-win ALDS Game 3 vs. Rays for free: Time livestreamNew York looks to Max Fried in what could be their last game of the 2026 season.New York Post · 7 Oct, 21:00
- Yankees' Max Fried won't let impending fatherhood derail his game plans as team faces eliminationMax Fried confirmed he's expecting a baby "any day now" but vows nothing will stop him from taking the mound for the New York Yankees in the Bronx.Fox News · 7 Oct, 16:12
- Max Fried will take the bump for Yankees’ ALDS Game 3 — whether his girlfriend gives birth or notNot that he needed further incentive to attempt to make quick work of the Rays.New York Post · 6 Oct, 23:35
- Yankees road to an ALDS comeback will take a village — and a cleaner effortIn theory, for a team that needs to win three straight games to extend its season, the Yankees should have a shot with Max Fried, Carlos Rodón and Cam Schlittler in line to start.New York Post · 6 Oct, 23:02
- Yankees reveal pitching plan for Game 3 and potentially beyondWhen the division series makes its way to The Bronx, Max Fried will get the ball first for the Yankees.New York Post · 6 Oct, 02:48
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