New York Yankees ace Max Fried left Wednesday's start against the Baltimore Orioles after three innings due to left elbow posterior soreness, the club announced.

The New York Yankees made a decision involving right-hander Gerrit Cole after losing Max Fried to the 15-day injured list.

Max Fried was injured earlier in the week and there is a possibility it could take some time. If that is the case the Yankees must act fast and trade for this rotational depth piece.

The Yankees have wondered at times this season about Max Fried’s spotty command, even watching the All-Star ditch his windup in hopes of targeting the strike zone more effectively. They have greater concerns after the left-hander disappeared down the dugout tunnel after three innings on Wednesday.