Yankees add Eli Morgan following Max Fried's injury announcement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 1:05 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The New York Yankees have acquired pitcher Eli Morgan, a 30-year-old veteran, following Max Fried's placement on the injured list with a bone bruise in his left elbow. Fried's latest injury marks the second time this season he has been sidelined, complicating the Yankees' pitching plans. With Carlos Rodon returning from elbow inflammation, the Yankees face a challenge in managing their rotation. Morgan, recently released by the Kansas City Royals, brings six years of MLB experience and may enhance the Yankees' bullpen depth as they navigate injuries among their pitching staff.
- •Max Fried placed on the injured list with a bone bruise.
- •Eli Morgan joins Yankees after being released by the Royals.
- •Rodon returns to the rotation, complicating pitching plans.
- •Morgan has six years of MLB experience.
- •Acquisition aims to bolster Yankees' bullpen amid injuries.
- 1:05 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees Acquire 6-Year MLB Veteran After Max Fried Injury Update
"The New York Yankees have reportedly added a 30-year-old MLB veteran immediately after he cut ties with an AL Central team.
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