Max Fried Targets Saturday Return Following Live BP

Max Fried (elbow) is trending toward a return to the Yankees' rotation after successfully throwing a four-inning live batting practice session on Monday. Manager Aaron Boone confirmed the progress, noting that if he continues to advance, Fried could be activated to make a start during Saturday's doubleheader against the Boston Red Sox. Fried's return is highly anticipated as the Yankees look to solidify their pitching depth.