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MLB·PREVIEW·October 5, 2026 05:53 PM ET

Yankees plan Max Fried for Game 3 start

Rays lead series 1-0 ahead of Game 3

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 51m1 min read
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Yankees are planning to start Max Fried in Game 3 Via @JonHeyman on X

What happened: Jon Heyman reported the Yankees plan to start Max Fried in Game 3, a game that has not started yet. The matchup is scheduled and scoreless at 0-0 as of scheduled time.

Why it matters: The Tampa Bay Rays lead the series 1-0 before this game, making rotation order the near-term postseason question. A Game 3 assignment sets the Yankees' pitching sequence without deciding the series.

What to watch: Watch for official confirmation of the Game 3 starter closer to first pitch.

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