Max Fried's Historic Yankees Start Draws Hall Comparisons

New York Yankees pitcher Max Fried has started his first season with the team by posting a 1.29 ERA and a 7-0 record through 11 starts, the lowest ERA for a Yankee in this span since Ron Guidry's 1978 campaign. Fried has not allowed more than two runs in any start this season, placing him alongside Pedro Martinez as the only pitchers since 1969 to have at least seven wins, zero losses, and an ERA under 1.50 by Memorial Day. He leads the majors in pickoffs and is recognized for his ability to control opposing baserunners. Fried's $215 million contract is increasingly viewed as a bargain given his performance. His dominance is a key factor in the Yankees' strong team ERA. Fried's achievements have sparked comparisons to Hall of Famers and positioned him as a potential Cy Young contender.