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Max Fried’s recent signing with the Yankees is a pivotal move that could reshape the team’s pitching staff. Acquiring Fried is viewed as an essential step toward creating a formidable one-two punch alongside Gerrit Cole. While some argue that Fried's eight-year contract could be risky down the line, others emphasize that the deal lowers the average annual value, offering the Yankees a cost-effective solution for a top-tier pitcher.