Fried (16-6) allowed five runs on six hits while striking out two and walking three in just 2.1 innings pitched as he was handed the loss in a 7-0 defeat to the Nationals on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Fried has now been knocked around for five runs in two consecutive starts and has given up at least three earned runs in five of his last six starts. The 25-year-old still has an impressive record but will need to pick things up as the Braves look ahead to the playoffs. If he continues to struggle the Braves could opt to use Mike Foltynewicz in their four-man playoff rotation instead of Fried. The left-hander now owns a 4.25 ERA along with a 230:75 K:BB across 216.1 innings pitched and is expected to pitch next against the Giants on Saturday.

Fried (16-5) allowed five earned runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out five across five innings to take the loss Tuesday against the Phillies.

EDGE Analysis

Fried surrendered three home runs in the first inning, accounting for four of his five earned runs. He did settle in after, allowing only three hits across his next four innings of work to somewhat mitigate the early damage. His past five starts have been a mixed bag, as he's recorded two quality stats but also surrendered five earned runs on two occasions. Overall, it's been a successful season for the 25-year-old, as he's managed a 4.02 ERA and 1.33 WHIP with 164 strikeouts across 154.1 innings. He'll look to get back on track in his next start, currently scheduled for a tough matchup Sunday at Washington.

Fried (16-4) earned the win against Washington on Thursday, tossing seven scoreless innings and allowing one hit while striking out nine.

EDGE Analysis

Fried absolutely dominated Washington in the victory, allowing only a first-inning infield single while whiffing nine. He retired the final 19 batters he faced and induced sixteen swinging strikes in winning his seventh straight decision. The southpaw is now tied for the National League lead with Stephen Strasburg -- his adversary in Thursday's matchup -- with 16 victories, nine of which he has earned in his last 13 starts. Fried will carry a 3.86 ERA, 1.32 WHIP and 159:42 K:BB over 149.1 innings into his next scheduled start in Philadelphia on Tuesday.

Fried (15-4) struck out 11 and picked up the win in Friday's 10-7 victory over the White Sox, giving up four runs (three earned) on four hits and a walk over six-plus innings.

EDGE Analysis

The 11 whiffs tied his career high, and the southpaw retired the first 13 batters he faced before Eloy Jimenez reached on an infield single in the fifth inning. Fried has won six straight decisions, and he'll take a 4.05 ERA and 150:42 K:BB over 142.1 innings into his next start Thursday, as he kicks off a potentially crucial home series against the Nationals.

Fried didn't factor into the decision in Saturday's 9-5 win over the Mets, giving up five runs on seven hits over five innings while striking out five.

EDGE Analysis

A three-run blast by Pete Alonso in the fifth inning effectively spelled the end of Fried's night and put him on the hook for his fifth loss, but Atlanta staged a comeback after his exit. The southpaw will take a 4.03 ERA and 139:41 K:BB through 136.1 innings into his next start Friday, at home against the White Sox.

Fried gave up three runs on eight hits and three walks while striking out eight through five innings in a no-decision against the Dodgers on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Fried gave up a three-run homer in the first inning but settled down to deliver four scoreless innings to keep the Braves in the game. Fried generated 14 swinging strikes, including seven on his four-seam fastball. The 25-year-old has a 3.84 ERA and 134 strikeouts through 24 starts this season. Fried will make his next start Saturday against the Mets at Citi Field.

Fried (14-4) picked up the win in Tuesday's 5-3 victory over the Mets, allowing one run on six hits and three walks over six innings while striking out four.

EDGE Analysis

The lefty won his fifth straight start while delivering his 12th quality start of the season. Fried now sports a 3.99 ERA and 126:38 K:BB through 126.1 innings, and he'll look to keep rolling in his next outing Sunday, at home against the Dodgers.

Fried (13-4) struck out 10 while allowing three runs on six hits and a walk across 5.1 innings while earning a victory against the Twins on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

The 25-year-old hasn't been as consistent since the middle of June, and as a result, his ERA still sits above 4.00. However, Fried is on a four-game winning streak and has 25 strikeouts in his last 21.2 innings. Wins and strikeouts have been Fried's best categories this season. He has 13 victories, a 4.11 ERA, 1.37 WHIP and 122 strikeouts in 120.1 innings across 30 outings, including 22 starts, this season. Fried will make his next start Tuesday at home against the Mets.

Fried, who was listed as the Braves' probable starter for Tuesday's game against the Twins, will be pushed back in the pitching schedule with Mike Foltynewicz now on track to get the starting nod Tuesday, Mark Bowman of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Foltynewicz will be summoned from Gwinnett to fill the rotation spot vacated by Kevin Gausman, who was claimed off waivers by the Reds on Monday. Though Gausman wasn't in line to start until later in the week, the Braves likely chose to bring back Foltynewicz early to keep him on a normal rest schedule. The Braves haven't outlined their rotation plans beyond Tuesday, but Fried is likely on track to start the series finale Wednesday in Minnesota. The change in the Braves' pitching plans will result in Fried missing out on a two-start week.

Fried (12-4) allowed just one run on four hits while striking out four over six innings to earn the win over the Reds on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Fried turned in a solid performance and looked ready to pitch into the seventh inning if it wasn't for a rain delay at SunTrust Park that ended the game early. The southpaw threw 76 pitches and did not walk anyone in the impressive effort as he picked up his second straight win. Through 28 appearances, Fried sports a 4.01 ERA, 1.37 WHIP and 112:34 K:BB. The 25-year-old will take the mound again Tuesday at Minnesota.