New York Yankees left-hander Max Fried is working to return from a blister injury that forced him to exit his July 12 start against the Chicago Cubs after just three innings. Fried allowed three earned runs in that outing before being pulled due to discomfort in the index finger of his throwing hand. The issue, a recurring blister problem, has sidelined him temporarily, but both Fried and the Yankees are optimistic about a quick return. Fried was expected to start Friday’s post-All-Star break series opener against his former team, the Atlanta Braves, at Truist Park.