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Max Fried still likely to return Sunday

Max Dorian Fried was born Jan. 18, 1994 in Santa Monica, Calif. The Padres drafted Fried in the first round of the 2012 draft, seventh overall. Fried underwent Tommy John surgery in August 2014 and missed the 2015 season. The Braves acquired Fried from the Padres on Dec. 19, 2014 in a trade that sent Justin Upton to San Diego. Fried made his major league debut Aug. 8, 2017. Fried pitched two innings of relief in his debut, allowing two hits and two walks against the Phillies. Fried made his first big leag
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July 23, 2019

The Braves anticipated left-hander Max Fried returning this weekend, and the likeliest date is Sunday.

Fried, who’s missed one start because of a blister, threw a bullpen session Tuesday and will again Thursday. If all goes well, he’ll return to the mound in Philadelphia.

“We’re looking at him some point later in the weekend,” manager Brian Snitker said. “If everything goes well, more than likely Sunday.”

It’s a fortunate swing for the Braves. Fried has struggled with blisters in the past, one reason this is his first full season as a starter.

With Fried back, the Braves could continue shuffling through starter options behind their other three regulars. Kevin Gausman, also recently off the injured list, will start Saturday.

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