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Yankees Sign Max Fried for $218M; Cubs Eye Jansen

1/26/2025

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The New York Yankees have made a bold move by signing pitcher Max Fried to an impressive eight-year, $218 million deal, pairing him with ace Gerrit Cole to fortify their rotation. With Fried's exceptional ground ball rate and lethal curveball, the Yankees are eyeing a stronger postseason run. Meanwhile, the Cubs are setting their sights on former Red Sox star Kenley Jansen to enhance their bullpen.

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The New York Yankees have made a bold move by signing pitcher Max Fried to an impressive eight-year, $218 million deal, pairing him with ace Gerrit Cole to fortify their rotation. With Fried's exceptional ground ball rate and lethal curveball, the Yankees are eyeing a stronger postseason run. Meanwhile, the Cubs are setting their sights on former Red Sox star Kenley Jansen to enhance their bullpen.