Yankees ace Max Fried had a rough outing on Wednesday, and it wasn't just because of the scoreboard. The left-hander, who was looking to rebound from a season-high five earned runs allowed in his last start against the Brewers, instead walked off the mound after just three innings against the Orioles—and the news only got worse from there.

Fried, known for battling blister issues throughout his career, threw 61 pitches before heading straight to the tunnel and clubhouse following a two-run third inning. Yankees pitching coach Matt Blake followed his starter down the tunnel and quickly emerged to signal for the bullpen. Paul Blackburn was called in to pitch the fourth.

The Yankees didn't announce an injury immediately, but eventually confirmed that Fried exited with left elbow posterior soreness. The team says he will undergo imaging on Thursday, leaving fans and fantasy owners holding their breath.

For a pitcher who has been a cornerstone of the rotation, this early exit raises serious questions—especially as the Yankees push through a critical stretch. We'll have more after manager Aaron Boone addresses the media postgame.