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Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman has been battling an ankle injury during the 2024 playoffs, and Dave Roberts’ hand has been forced after his star re-aggravated the injury during Game 3 on Tuesday night. After Freeman was initially in the Dodgers’ Game 4 lineup, he was scratched from the card about two hours […]

The San Diego Padres took a 2-1 lead in the NLDS on Tuesday against the Los Angeles Dodgers, winning 6-5. They’re now just one victory away from eliminating their rivals and advancing to the NLCS. This was an interesting game because essentially all the damage was done in two innings. For the Padres, they scored […]

When Jurickson Profar narrowly missed out on robbing Mookie Betts of a home run in the first inning on Tuesday, which was the reverse of what happened on Sunday, it felt as if the baseball gods might be smiling favorably on the Los Angeles Dodgers. By the end of a wild second inning, that did […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers will have Freddie Freeman back for Game 3 of the National League Division Series. The former MVP left Game 2 on Sunday with an ankle injury. When the Dodgers posted their lineup for the game against the Padres, it had Freeman in his usual spot. Tonight's #NLDS Game 3 Dodgers lineup […]

As the Los Angeles Dodgers head into Game 3 of their National League Division Series matchup, they received an important update on one of their biggest stars. Manager Dave Roberts spoke to the media about first baseman Freddie Freeman’s injury status ahead of Tuesday’s matchup against the San Diego Padres. His progress was relayed by […]

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman has been removed from Game 2 of the NLDS against the San Diego Padres, according to Kirsten Watson of the Dodgers. The Dodgers announced that the reason Freddie Freeman left the game against the Padres was because he has right ankle discomfort. Freeman was taken out of the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers won the first matchup of their NL Division Series against the San Diego Padres. The 7-5 final score was the result of yet another strong clash between the NL West rivals. Led by multiple standout performances, including from designated hitter Shohei Ohtani and first baseman, the Dodgers started off their postseason […]

As a highly anticipated National League Division Series face-off between the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres draws near, speculation continues to rise. Everyone wants to know if Freddie Freeman is going to be in the lineup for Saturday night’s Game 1. The eight-time All-Star first baseman suffered an ankle sprain in the final […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers will begin their playoff journey on Saturday evening against a familiar foe in the San Diego Padres. While there was some concern that star first baseman Freddie Freeman might not be healthy enough to go in Game 1 of the NLDS as he recovers from an ankle injury, skipper Dave Roberts […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers received encouraging news about first baseman Freddie Freeman’s injury status, hinting at a potential return in time for the postseason. Dodgers General Manager Brandon Gomes provided a positive update on Freeman’s recovery from a recent injury that had sidelined him, raising hopes for his timely comeback. According to David Vassegh on […]

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts expects Freddie Freeman and Miguel Rojas to be ready for the start of the National League Division Series on Saturday. If they can’t go, however, he has a plan. With Freeman nursing a sprained ankle and Rojas dealing with a left adductor injury, both hope to be on the […]

Freddie Freeman is entering the 2024 postseason with a right ankle injury to keep an eye on. Fortunately for the Los Angeles Dodgers, their star first baseman should be okay. Freeman left the Dodgers’ last game, an NL West-clinching win over the San Diego Padres, in the seventh inning after a collision on a ground […]

Because of their dangerously thin starting pitching rotation, the Los Angeles Dodgers (95-64) will be relying heavily on their superstar triumvirate at the top of the lineup. That’s the plan, anyway. Fans are cursing the baseball gods after seeing Freddie Freeman sprain his ankle while trying to avoid a tag in Thursday’s 7-2 division-clinching victory […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers began a four-game set with the Atlanta Braves on Friday evening, which means Freddie Freeman made his return to Truist Park. By no surprise, Braves fans welcomed the veteran back with a standing ovation in his first at-bat: Atlanta Braves fans give Freddie Freeman a standing ovation at Truist Park 👏 […]

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman missed the team’s three-game series against the Baltimore Orioles with a broken right middle finger. However, the eight-time All-Star made an explosive return from the injury in Friday’s series opener against the Arizona Diamondbacks with a first inning home run. In Saturday’s game against the Diamondbacks Freeman would […]

After Los Angeles Dodgers star Freddie Freeman missed the last three games with a fractured finger, he returned to the lineup and had an explosive performance Friday in the win over the Arizona Diamondbacks, 10-6. Ahead of the Dodgers facing the Diamondbacks in the second contest of the four-game series, Freeman spoke Friday about returning […]

Dave Roberts and the Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to create some separation from the Arizona Diamondbacks in their quest for the NL West title. But, a big and hungry Baltimore Orioles squad is also trying to win the series as Brandon Hyde’s squad seeks a division championship too. Both squads clearly need to load […]

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman has been dealing with a fractured right middle finger in recent days. With the playoffs approaching, the Dodgers want to ensure the star is ready for a deep run. He will miss Wednesday’s game against the Baltimore Orioles due to the injury, according to Jack Harris from the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers decided to designate right fielder Jason Heyward for assignment on Thursday, leading to much speculation on how his teammates felt about it. The Dodgers’ Freddie Freeman shared his thoughts on the move Saturday, saying that the DFA move “felt like 2014 all over again,” in reference to Heyward’s trade from the […]

Freddie Freeman will play through the pain of the hairline fracture in his right middle finger, Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts told reporters on Monday. Freeman’s pain tolerance will dictate his availability and he is in the lineup for their game against the Seattle Mariners. His injury occurred during the Dodgers’ game against the […]

Los Angeles Dodgers star first baseman Freddie Freeman is currently dealing with a jammed finger and has been announced to be scratched from Sunday’s series finale against the St. Louis Cardinals. With that development, the Dodgers activated Max Muncy and was seen taking ground balls at first base to fill for Freeman according to Mike […]

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman recently missed eight games while attending to his son, Max, who was recently diagnosed with Guillan-Barre syndrome, a rare neurological disorder. Freeman’s return, and the reaction from the Dodger Stadium crowd during Freeman’s first at bat back, was one of the most emotional and inspiring moments of the […]

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman recently returned to the diamond after missing time to be with his son in the hospital. As the Freeman family battled through the scary experience, Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper wanted to ensure that they know he has their backs. Harper texted Freeman throughout his son’s stay at […]

Los Angeles Dodgers star first baseman Freddie Freeman finally returned to action on Monday night against the Philadelphia Phillies at Dodger Stadium after over a week of absence to take care of his ailing son, Maximus, who dealt with a health scare. Freeman was emotional in his first game back, especially with all the support […]

Freddie Freeman is back in the lineup for the Los Angeles Dodgers after tending to his son, Maximus, who has been diagnosed with a rare neurological disorder. Thankfully, he is expected to make a full recovery. Max spent eight days in a pediatric intensive care unit after going into paralysis. Freddie left the Dodgers to […]

It has been a difficult week for Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman. Freeman recently requested a leave of absence from the Dodgers as he tended to his son Maximus who was hospitalized and even required intensive care amid a battle with Guillain-Barre syndrome. The good news is that Maximus, after spending nine days […]

Freddie Freeman is back with the Los Angeles Dodgers and his three-year-old son is back at home after a scary hospital stay. Freeman updated reporters on his son Max’s health before LA’s game Monday night against the Philadelphia Phillies. Wearing a #MAXSTRONG t-shirt, Freeman said that doctors expect his son to make a full recovery. […]

First baseman Freddie Freeman is returning to the Los Angeles Dodgers’ lineup today against the Philadelphia Phillies after missing the previous eight games while he was with his ailing three-year-old son, according to Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times. Freddie Freeman’s son, Maximus, had been receiving treatment for a rare neurological disorder called Guillain-Barre […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers community received good news on Sunday when it was announced that Freddie Freeman’s son had returned home from the hospital. Many expressed their relief, including team part-owner Magic Johnson. Posting on X, Johnson shared the news to his followers. “Cookie and I are overjoyed that our prayers have been answered!” Johnson […]

It has been a tough few days for Freddie Freeman and his family. The Los Angeles Dodgers star probably had sleepless nights at the hospital after his son was admitted to the intensive care unit for eight days. Finally, it looks like some good news has struck them. Chelsea Freeman, Freddie’s wife and Maximus’ mom, […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have had a strong first half to the 2024 season. However, one of Los Angeles’ stars is dealing with a health scare in his family. Freddie Freeman’s three-year-old son Maximus was hospitalized during the last week of July. However, Freeman’s wife Chelsea provided a hopeful update on their son’s status on […]

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman is away from the team as he deals with the hospitalization of his son. Manager Dave Roberts says that absence is expected to extend through the Padres series, per Fabian Ardaya from The Athletic. Freeman and the Dodgers have not announced a return date. Freeman missed his first […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have made a move on star Freddie Freeman that puts him on the Emergency Family Leave list according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic as his three-year old son, Maximus, was hospitalized this week. Coinciding with the move of the first baseman being put on the Emergency Family List, the Dodgers […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers will play a series against the streaking Houston Astros, but they will have to start the three-game set without star first baseman Freddie Freeman. That’s because Freeman has been called back home to Los Angeles because his son son has been hospitalized. Freddie Freeman hasn't missed a game this season and […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers fell 5-1 to finish off a series sweep at the hands of the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday. The Dodgers had hoped that the matchup between the two best teams in the National League would act as a sort of litmus test. If it did, they failed, especially since the Phillies outscored […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers continue to lead the National League West despite dealing with a plethora of injury concerns. Starting pitcher Bobby Miller and third baseman Max Muncy are among LA’s players who are currently on the injured list. MLB.com reports that Muncy is expected to return around mid-to-late June. The third baseman is battling […]

Today’s MLB slate is brimming with excitement, featuring a series of matchups that promise to captivate fans and bettors alike. Among the games, a few stand out for their potential home run props, given the matchups and recent performances of key players. Starting with the Los Angeles Dodgers facing the New York Mets, all eyes […]

As we dive into today’s MLB slate, the excitement is palpable with several matchups poised to deliver thrilling baseball action giving us some great MLB home run props. Among the highlights, the Los Angeles Angels facing off against the Houston Astros stands out as a game to watch, especially with the Angels’ Taylor Ward and […]

On Saturday evening, Freddie Freeman and the Los Angeles Dodgers picked up an impressive road win vs their southern California rivals, the San Diego Padres, by a final margin of 5-0. The win pushed the Dodgers’ overall record to 27-14, meaning they’ve won almost twice as many games as they’ve lost so far in 2024, […]