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Now that Major League Baseball is back in business following the end of the lockout, free agency is in full swing. One of the hottest names on the market is 2021 World Series champion Freddie Freeman, who is likely to leave the Atlanta Braves after an illustrious career with the organization. While many teams have […]

With the MLB lockout over and the free agency period now once again underway, Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has one dream signing in mind for his already high-octane lineup. On Friday, Roberts was asked about longtime Atlanta Braves first baseman and current free agent Freddie Freeman. Instead of shying away from fueling speculation […]

Although the Atlanta Braves achieved their dream of winning the World Series, the offseason has been borderline nightmarish for them. They have yet to re-sign franchise star Freddie Freeman. Now that the lockout is officially over and spring training is underway, they need to stop beating around the bush and bring their star first baseman back. […]

The Atlanta Braves are looking to run it back in 2022 and win themselves another World Series. In order to do so, they’ll need to make a splash in free agency. Now that the MLB lockout is officially over, the Braves have yet to lock down Freddie Freeman for the future, so the possibility that […]

Baseball is back. After months of negotiations between the MLBPA and MLB, the two sides finally reached terms on an agreement for a new Collective Bargaining Agreement, paving the way for the Opening Day on April 7. Free agency could be opened up as soon as Thursday night, once the deal gets finalized, and there […]

MLB insider John Heyman recently reported that the low payroll Tampa Bay Rays made former Atlanta Braves superstar free agent Freddie Freeman a pre-lockout offer. This is surprising since Tampa Bay rarely reaches out in the free agent market for high-profile stars. They typically prefer to build up their roster with low salary in-house players. […]

The Atlanta Braves failed to sign superstar first baseman Freddie Freeman to a new contract prior to the MLB lockout shutting the door on all transactions. Their inability to do so could potentially hurt them once the league resumes activity, as rumors have linked various teams to the former NL MVP. Now, a surprise team […]

When the Major League Baseball Players Association and the owners finally come to terms on a new collective bargaining agreement, the floodgates will open with the remainder of the free agency period. Among the players who will still be available is longtime Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman, who has been linked with teams such […]

The Atlanta Braves were victorious in the World Series last year, thanks in large part to the efforts of first baseman Freddie Freeman. Freeman was excellent all postseason long for the Braves, coming up with some timely hits, including two homers in the Fall Classic, to help Atlanta to their first title since 1995. At […]

The New York Mets’ big free agency splashes show that they want to get back on top of the National League East. One way they’re looking to do that is poaching one of the best players from their division rival, the World Series-winning Atlanta Braves. ESPN’s Buster Olney reported on The Michael Kay Show that […]

Along with the league lockout, the Atlanta Braves have been the talk of the MLB recently. The team was unable to come up with a contract extension for Freddie Freeman before the lockout began on December 2. The star first baseman wants a six-year contract extension, but the Braves only offered him a $135 million, […]

The latest rumblings regarding Freddie Freeman’s free agency suggest that there’s a growing belief the former MVP won’t re-sign with the Atlanta Braves. Having failed to lock down a deal prior to the MLB lockout, it seems the Braves face a real chance at having to fend off competition for their franchise legend. ESPN’s Buster […]

Freddie Freeman is one of the most beloved players in Atlanta Braves history. After all, he did bring the franchise a World Series title last season and has been extremely consistent offensively for several years. However, prior to the lockout, the first baseman and Atlanta failed to agree on a contract extension, with Buster Olney […]

One of the more notable surprises from the pre-lockout free agency period was the fact that first baseman Freddie Freeman did not re-sign with the Atlanta Braves. Freeman continually made clear over the past year that he aspires to stay put with the Braves. During the Braves’ 2021 World Series clash against the Houston Astros, […]

Due to the MLB lockout, the New York Yankees have been unable to make any significant offseason moves this year. There were speculations before the lockout that they were trying to acquire some elite players such as Carlos Correa, Freddie Freeman, and a few others that could come in and make an immediate impact for […]

Freddie Freeman is one of the most loved players in Atlanta Braves history and he just helped them win a World Series title in 2021. However, despite the current strike, he’s failed to come to an agreement on an extension with the organization. Not last spring or last summer. That raises the question, could Freeman […]

The Atlanta Braves have yet to re-sign free-agent first baseman Freddie Freeman, despite the widespread expectations that the 2020 NL MVP would be back in Atlanta on a long-term deal. With the transaction freeze set to take place when the MLB lockout occurs in just a couple of days, the Braves are running out of time […]

Freddie Freeman is one of the most coveted names on the free agency market this offseason, though it’s widely expected the former NL MVP will re-sign with the Atlanta Braves. Still, many clubs are surprised the veteran first baseman hasn’t agreed to a deal with the Braves yet, and it’s especially surprising considering what the […]

The Atlanta Braves have been attempting to negotiate a new contract with star first baseman Freddie Freeman. However, as the talks have drawn out longer, other teams have begun to circle the proverbial waters on Freeman. One team in particular, the Los Angeles Dodgers, have checked in on the services of Freeman. Teams are trying […]

The Atlanta Braves just won their first World Series since 1995 and a huge part of that was manager Brian Snitker, who has been in charge since 2016. In the process, he’s led them to four straight NL East titles and now, a ring. That being said, the organization is making sure Snitker is around […]

Fresh off of a World Series title, the Atlanta Braves’ number one priority is keeping star first baseman Freddie Freeman. A five-time All-Star and the National League’s 2020 MVP, Freeman has been critical to the Braves’ success over the years. MLB Network’s Jon Heyman has been of the belief that a reunion between the two […]

Fresh off of their World Series championship, the Atlanta Braves are riding high into the offseason, greedy to do whatever they can to repeat in 2022. As the free agent market begins to develop, there are certain targets that make the most sense for them to target this winter. The most impressive aspect of the […]

The New York Yankees have reportedly been in contact with Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman and his agent. Freddie Freeman is one of the best left-handed hitters in the game and arguably the best first baseman in baseball. He’s coming off a World Series in which he won the first of his career. It […]

For the World Series-winning Atlanta Braves, the hardware just keeps coming in. Four Braves have won a 2021 Silver Slugger Award, which ties the record for the second-most winners on one team in a single season. The Braves also had four Silver Slugger winners last year, but only one of those players — first baseman […]

The Atlanta Braves are World Series champions for the first time since 1995, but it wasn’t easy. This team had to overcome numerous hurdles in order to be crowned the kings of baseball. Not only did they take down the mighty Houston Astros and Los Angeles Dodgers along the way, but the Braves truly faced […]

Freddie Freeman and the Atlanta Braves finished off the Houston Astros with a resounding 7-0 victory in Game 6 of the 2021 World Series, giving the Braves their first championship since 1995. Freeman played a key role in the win, racking up two hits, a home run and two runs batted in. This title was […]

The Atlanta Braves have finished the job. They now stand as the 2021 World Series champions after handily defeating the Houston Astros, 7-0. The power bats came through in a big way in Game 6 as Freddie Freeman and Jorge Soler combined for two homers and five RBIs to lead the Braves’ offensive attack. Soler […]

Milwaukee Brewers closer Josh Hader is typically unhittable against left-handed batters. That’s what made Atlanta Braves star Freddie Freeman’s game-winning home run off Hader on Tuesday even more special. With Game 4 of the NLDS tied at 4-4 in the eighth inning, Freeman blasted an opposite field home run off Hader with two outs to […]

The Atlanta Braves eviscerated the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday night by a final score of 10-0. The Braves finished with 18 hits to the Cubs’ five, and Freddie Freeman finished with a sterling line of 4-for-5 with three RBIs and two runs scored. The lone out Freeman made? A strikeout—at the hands of Cubs everyday […]

Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman has been one of the better all-around players in the National League for quite some time now. However, the Braves superstar corner infielder has now truly solidified himself as such en route to being crowned as the National League MVP for the 2020 campaign. With the entire city of […]

Chicago White Sox first basemen (and sometimes designated hitter) Jose Abreu was named the 2020 American League Most Valuable Player on Thursday. In the wake of the announcement, the great White Sox DH (and sometimes first baseman) Frank Thomas toasted Abreu. Congratulations Jose Abreu!! MVP! Well deserved my man so happy for you and your […]

Former MVP and Atlanta Braves star Chipper Jones congratulated current Braves mainstay Freddie Freeman on being named the most valuable player in the National League for the 2020 MLB season. Congrats to the National League MVP….my man @FreddieFreeman5 . Never a doubt. Knew u could do it….just a matter of time! Now go do it […]

Game 1 of the three-game National League Wild Card matchup between the Atlanta Braves and Cincinnati Reds was aptly hyped as a pitcher’s duel between Max Fried and Trevor Bauer. However, that pitcher’s duel went into extra innings, exhausting both teams’ bullpens. Braves star first baseman Freddie Freeman ended what became a 13-inning affair in […]

Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman has undergone surgery to remove loose bodies in his right elbow, the team announced on Friday: Atlanta Braves 1B Freddie Freeman underwent arthroscopic right elbow surgery: pic.twitter.com/yfa5dZd5va — Atlanta Braves (@Braves) October 18, 2019 The structural procedure should clean out Freeman’s elbow, and he is expected to be ready […]

CLUTCH SUMMARY: With August winding down, the statistical leaders across the American and National Leagues are both household names and unforeseen youngsters trying to etch their names in baseball history. While not leading any category, Milwaukee Brewers right fielder Christian Yelich is listed towards the top of all of these categories, once again cementing his […]

In a season that was ultimately a successful one for the Atlanta Braves, it was their rookie, Ronald Acuna, who led the way and pushed this team back into the playoffs after winning the National League East division. Coming off a successful season in his own right, Acuna is looking to improve upon his 2018 […]