Yankees' Max Fried set to face hitters in batting practice
ESPN MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 10:25 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Max Fried will face hitters during a live batting practice session, marking his first action since mid-May when he was placed on the injured list. Yankees manager Aaron Boone confirmed that Giancarlo Stanton, also on the injured list, is scheduled to participate in the session. This event is a significant step for both players as they work towards returning to game action. Their progress will be monitored closely as the Yankees continue through the season.
- •Max Fried last played in mid-May due to an injury.
- •Giancarlo Stanton is also currently on the injured list.
- •Live batting practice session is scheduled for today.
- •Fried's and Stanton's performance will affect their return timeline.
- 11:20 PMESPN MLB — Yankees' Fried to face hitters, including Stanton
"Max Fried is slated to face hitters for the first time since going on the injured list in mid-May in a live batting practice session, manager Aaron Boone said, and the plan is for Giancarlo Stanton, also on the IL, to face him.
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