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Max Fried Eyes Cy Young Lead as Injuries Stall Rivals

Max Fried’s dominant pitching pushes him into the Cy Young conversation after key rivals go on the injured list.

Max Fried’s 2026 performance—leading MLB in innings and posting quality starts in six of eight outings—positions him as a top Cy Young contender. With Tarik Skubal sidelined and other top AL pitchers injured, Fried’s reliability and run‑prevention skill make him a prime candidate for the award. macnevers-and-co.beer