Freddie Freeman is a professional baseball first baseman currently playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers in Major League Baseball (MLB). Born on September 12, 1989, in Fountain Valley, California, Freeman has established himself as one of the premier hitters in the league.
Career Highlights:
- MLB Debut and Atlanta Braves Tenure: Freeman made his MLB debut with the Atlanta Braves on September 1, 2010. Over 12 seasons with the Braves, he earned multiple accolades, including:
- Eight All-Star selections
- Three Silver Slugger Awards
- A Gold Glove Award in 2018
- The National League Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award in 2020
- Los Angeles Dodgers: In March 2022, Freeman signed a six-year, $162 million contract with the Dodgers. In his first season with Los Angeles, he led the National League in hits, doubles, and plate appearances. Freeman’s 2023 performance included career highs in several categories, such as batting average (.331), on-base percentage (.410), and stolen bases (23).
- 2024 World Series Achievement: Freeman delivered an exceptional performance in the 2024 World Series against the New York Yankees. He hit a home run in each of the first four games, setting a record for consecutive World Series games with a home run. Notably, in Game 1, Freeman hit the first walk-off grand slam in World Series history. His efforts earned him the World Series MVP Award.
Recent Developments:
As of March 18, 2025, Freeman was scratched from the Dodgers’ Opening Day lineup due to left rib discomfort, a concern that also affected him during the previous year’s World Series. Despite this, Freeman remains optimistic about his recovery, with reports suggesting a 75% chance of playing in the team’s next game.