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The Atlanta Braves, by and large, have had a successful 2022 season even if they saw their World Series repeat bid come to a screeching halt against the Philadelphia Phillies in the NLDS. The Braves remain well-positioned to compete for the foreseeable future, especially with rookies such as Michael Harris and Spencer Strider already proving […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers looked like the most October-ready team in baseball for most of the year. But it was all gone in an instant after one bad inning doomed them in Game 4 of the NLDS. After their 5-3 loss to the San Diego Padres, the Dodgers players could do nothing but lament how […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers find themselves in an unexpected situation heading into Game 4 of their NLDS series against the San Diego Padres. The Padres have raced out to a 2-1 lead in the series, and they can send the Dodgers home for the offseason if they manage to win Game 4, which will take […]

It doesn’t look like Freddie Freeman is worried about facing the San Diego Padres in the MLB playoffs. It’s not an insult to Juan Soto and co., though, but rather a show of confidence to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Speaking to reporters ahead of the NLDS on Tuesday, Freeman acknowledged that the Padres are “hot” […]

Clayton Kershaw previously called out Freddie Freeman after he seemed hung up on his old team earlier this year. Freeman  signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers following an offseason full of various storylines and drama. Kershaw originally stated that he hoped the Dodgers were not “second fiddle” to the Atlanta Braves in Freeman’s mind. “I […]

Mookie Betts’ first words to Freddie Freeman after the Atlanta Braves former star signed in Los Angeles with the Dodgers were recently revealed, per The Athletic. “Bro,” Betts said during Spring Training, “I just went through the same situation. If you ever want to talk about it, I’m here.” Betts reportedly was initially unsure of […]

Somehow, the Los Angeles Dodgers put together a much better season than the one they had in 2021. They finished the 2022 MLB regular season with a 111-51 record — five more wins than their total in the season prior. The Dodgers managed to do that thanks in large part to the brilliance of Freddie […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers had the best record in the MLB this 2022, tallying 111 wins with just 51 losses throughout the campaign. However, Freddie Freeman doesn’t care about their regular season record with the MLB playoffs starting now. Freeman emphasized that the Dodgers cannot be complacent after dominating the season. The playoffs is always […]

There was no better way for Freddie Freeman to depart the Atlanta Braves in 2021 than by bringing the franchise’s first World Series since 1995. In fact, Freeman loved the franchise so much, he became emotional when he first returned to Truist Park as a member of the Los Angeles Dodgers. And it appears his […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers broke the franchise’s single season wins record after they banked victory number 107 on Wednesday night against the San Diego Padres. Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman was critical to the win, as he delivered the go-ahead run with an RBI single in the top of the 10th inning. After the game, […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers capped off another NL West title this week, having clinched the division after notching their 106th win of the season. While the team celebrated its victory and playoff berth, star first baseman Freddie Freeman knows the job is only just beginning. The superstar slugger admitted that it’s World Series or bust […]

Freddie Freeman is a special type. Apart from being an incredibly talented hitter, he has also proven himself to be a workhorse for the Los Angeles Dodgers in his first season with the team. In fact, he has yet to miss a game so far in 2022, and he has zero plans of sitting out […]

The game of baseball has long been called America’s pastime. Many fans go to stadiums to enjoy the ambiance and scenery of baseball rather than the actual game itself. Interest in baseball has plummeted in recent generations, prompting MLB to implement changes to quicken the pace of the sport. The game’s evolution is paramount to […]

The top of the National League has some ridiculously scary teams. In any other year, the Atlanta Braves and the New York Mets would be fighting for the top of the conference. Both teams have been lights out, especially in the second half. However, one team has been consistently great all season long: the Los […]

The last team in the MLB that needs someone else other than the usual suspects to step up is the Los Angeles Dodgers. The most dominant team in baseball, the 94-42 Dodgers have won 51 games they’ve won by four or more runs, en route to an absurdly elite plus-298 run differential. After winning 106 […]

Doug Gottlieb released an apology Wednesday following his accusations against Freddie Freeman’s former agent, Casey Close. Gottlieb is being sued by Casey Close following his original Tweet in reference to Freddie Freeman’s negotiations with the Atlanta Braves, per Jeff Passan. Close shared the apology to his Twitter account with a caption that reads “Re: Casey […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are enjoying a fantastic 2022 regular season. As of this story’s publication, the Dodgers lead all of baseball with an 87-37 record. The San Diego Padres, who acquired Juan Soto at the trade deadline, sit 19.5 games behind LA in the NL West. Their strong brand of play is capturing the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are mere mortals after all. The Dodgers had recently gone ballistic with a 12-game undefeated streak before the Kansas City Royals put a stop to that incredible stretch with a 4-0 victory over Freddie Freeman and company in a series finale at Kauffman Stadium Sunday night. Freeman knew the Dodgers weren’t […]

It has been four months since Freddie Freeman put pen to paper on a massive $162 million, six-year deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Be that as it may, it is clear that the former National League MVP still holds the Atlanta Braves in a special place in his heart. So much has been made […]

Los Angeles Dodgers star Freddie Freeman has had a nice season in 2022. And in his first season in Dodger Blue, the first baseman will head to the Midsummer Classic. Freeman was named to the National League All-Star Team on Sunday night. The MLB named him to the roster as a replacement for New York […]

Los Angeles Dodgers star Freddie Freeman got into something of a heated exchange with a reporter over the weekend. After being snubbed from the All-Star Game, Freeman was asked a bizarre question by LA Times reporter Dylan Hernandez, to which the Dodgers’ first baseman didn’t hold back his frustration in his answer. On the wisdom […]

Every season there are people who believe there were some obvious snubs for the MLB All-Star Game. This year, it’s hard to argue against. There are so many players that had amazing first halves of this season and did not get in. Before I break down exactly who I believe firmly got snubbed this year, it’s […]

Clayton Kershaw is an actual living legend. The Los Angeles Dodgers star pitcher has remained absolutely incredible despite playing well into his 15th season in the league. There’s no question that once he hangs up his cleats, Kershaw will be headed straight to the Hall of Fame. Because of that, many people are clamoring for […]

Casey Close, the former agent of Los Angeles Dodgers star Freddie Freeman called out Fox Sports radio host Doug Gottlieb for a “reckless” tweet accusing him of withholding the Atlanta Braves’ final offer from his client. Close wasn’t done there, though. Now, he’s coming for the Braves, who he blasted in a statement on Thursday, […]

Casey Close, the former agent of Los Angeles Dodgers star Freddie Freeman, has spoken. Fox Sports radio host Doug Gottlieb tweeted a report on Wednesday night that Close withheld the Atlanta Braves’ final offer from Freeman during the free agency period, something Close is vehemently denying. Here’s what Freeman’s former agent had to say, per […]

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman had an emotional return to his longtime former team, the Atlanta Braves, during their series over the weekend. It was Freeman’s first time facing his former team at Truist Park since leaving the Braves in the offseason. After Freeman’s weekend back in Atlanta, the Dodgers’ star surprisingly fired […]

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman fired his agent on Tuesday in a surprising development, via ESPN’s Buster Olney. According to Olney, Freeman had previously told friends he was upset how free agent negotiations transpired over the offseason. The former Atlanta Braves star ultimately signed a 6-year, $162 million dollar contract with LA. But the […]

On Sunday night, the Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Dodgers will square off in a rubber match of the three games series. The Dodgers took game one Friday night and the Braves bounced back on Saturday. While addressing the media before the game, Braves closer Kenley Jansen was asked his thoughts on a potential […]

For the first time since getting traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the offseason, Freddie Freeman returned to Atlanta on Friday to accept his World Series ring with the Braves. By no surprise, it got emotional. Freeman couldn’t help but tear up when the Braves honored him with an awesome tribute video. Via Talkin […]

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman was quite emotional when he met the Atlanta Braves for a three-game home series back in April. Now, as he is back in Atlanta for the first time since his departure from the team in free agency, emotions for him are once again running sky-high. Freeman held a […]

When Freddie Freeman officially put pen to paper on a six-year deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers in March, Atlanta Braves fans sure circled June 24 on their calendars. For the first time since his departure during free agency, Freeman will return to Atlanta to face off against the team where he made a name […]

2020 National League MVP and 2021 World Series champion Freddie Freeman continued his hot start to the 2022 Major League Baseball season on Saturday afternoon when Freeman impressed with Freeman’s first three double game since 2018 in a 7-0 win over the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. Freeman, who signed a six-year, $162 million contract […]

The Atlanta Braves are off to a difficult 2022 campaign following their World Series victory over the Astros from a season ago. Atlanta will likely be fine down the stretch, but it is clear they are in the midst of a World Series hangover in the post-Freddie Freeman era. Teams often struggle out of the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers stayed scorching hot with their 7-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Monday. The Braves and Dodgers would be an interesting enough series alone, but even more eyes were on it because it was the first time former Brave Freddie Freeman was facing his old team. For Freeman, it was an […]

It wasn’t long ago that Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Freddie Freeman was celebrating his World Series championship with the Atlanta Braves. A lot changed in the offseason that transpired, including what team the former MVP plays for. Now, Freeman is set to square off with his former team, and he kept it completely honest when […]

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman experienced an emotional homecoming this past weekend when he played in front of the LA faithful at Dodger Stadium for the first time. A California native, there’s no denying that it was an emotional moment for Freeman. However, the former Atlanta Braves World Series champion has another moment […]

Matt Olson came into his first season with the Atlanta Braves with some massive shoes to fill. He was acquired to replace franchise star Freddie Freeman right after he helped lead the Braves to the World Series. So far, Olson has been a fantastic addition to the Braves lineup. The 28-year-old has recorded 14 hits, […]

Not only did the Los Angeles Dodgers win their first game of the MLB season at Dodger Stadium, but there was also an emotional moment involving the fans and star first baseman Freddie Freeman. Freeman, a native of California, played in front of the home fans for the first time as a member of the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers took advantage of an unfortunate situation between star first baseman Freddie Freeman and the Atlanta Braves. Freeman, who helped the Braves secure a World Series title and won an MVP award the season before that in Atlanta, didn’t have his contract requests met by the only franchise he has ever known. […]