Yankees and Red Sox Eye Max Fried After Missing Out on Blake Snell

The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox are not only two of the top contenders in the race to sign Juan Soto, but they may also find themselves in a bidding war for another big-name free agent this offseason.

Interest in Blake Snell
Both the Yankees and Red Sox were interested in acquiring left-handed starter Blake Snell. However, Snell reached a five-year, $182 million deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday, leaving the two rivals to explore other options.

Focus on Max Fried
According to MLB.com's Mark Feinsand, the Yankees and Red Sox are now focusing their attention on Max Fried, the top remaining left-handed starter on the free-agent market. Fried has garnered significant interest, particularly after Snell's departure from the market.

Competition for Fried
The competition for Fried is fierce. In addition to the Yankees and Red Sox, other teams, including the Baltimore Orioles and Toronto Blue Jays—both AL East rivals—are also in the mix. Beyond these teams, many clubs are in need of starting pitching, making the market for Fried highly competitive.
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As the offseason progresses, the Yankees and Red Sox will continue their pursuit of key players to bolster their rosters. The race to sign Fried will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike, adding another layer of intrigue to the storied rivalry between these two franchises.