Yahoo! Sports · Sep 12, 2021
Braves' Max Fried aims to extend strong stretch vs. Marlins
Field Level Media
Atlanta Braves left-hander Max Fried hasn't been an All-Star in his five seasons in the majors, but he continues to pitch like one.
Fried, who went 17-6 in 2019 and 7-0 last season, is scheduled to take the mound in the rubber game of a three-game series against the visiting Miami Marlins on Sunday afternoon.
Fried (11-7, 3.42 ERA) is 5-2 in 10 starts since the All-Star break, with a 1.97 ERA.
He told reporters after his last outing that he's challenging hitters more instead of just nibbling at the corners. That strategy is paying off with better results and increased confidence.
It shows in his body language.