Yankees lose as Max Fried's strong start goes to waste

On June 15, 2025, in Boston, Massachusetts, Max Fried pitched seven innings against the Red Sox, surrendering only two runs in a 2-0 defeat. Known for his prior performance after a Yankees loss, Fried maintained a strong pitching record, yet he found himself unable to secure a victory this time as the Yankees' offense failed to produce. The game highlighted a critical point in the season for the Yankees, who had previously been 8-0 during Fried's starts after a defeat. Despite his effort, Fried’s performances were overshadowed by Red Sox starter Brayan Bello, who delivered a shutout. Fried expressed disappointment for not being able to match Bello and acknowledged that he needed to be better to contribute to the team’s success. The Yankees struggled offensively, leaving Fried to bear the weight of the loss, despite his high strikeout count and solid ERA of 1.89. Fried’s analysis of his pitching indicated he felt he could have improved certain pitches, but ultimately, both his achievements and challenges in the game were evident. As the Yankees faced a challenging period against division rivals, they looked to bounce back quickly, while also eagerly anticipating the return of star player Giancarlo Stanton from injury, aiming for timely contributions from all players to turn the season around.