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Freddie Freeman listed day-to-day after fall into dugout
Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman is listed as day-to-day after a frightening fall into the Kansas City Royals' dugout during Wednesday's game. While tracking a foul pop-up in the eighth inning, Freeman attempted to lean on a railing that was not there, causing him to tumble down the dugout steps.
Freeman reported experiencing soreness in his shoulder, hand, wrist, kneecaps, and foot, but confirmed he did not hit his head. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts described the situation by stating, “We dodged a bullet.” Freeman remained in the game for the remainder of the defensive half-inning but was replaced by pinch-hitter Tommy Edman in the bottom of the eighth.
Despite the impact, Freeman expressed optimism about his recovery and his desire to play in the upcoming series against the Milwaukee Brewers. The team is monitoring his condition to determine his availability for the next game.
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Chelsea Freeman · Dave Roberts · Dodger Stadium · Freddie Freeman · Kansas City Royals · Los Angeles Dodgers · Milwaukee Brewers · Tommy Edman
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Freeman left the field for the clubhouse immediately after the 8th inning ended.
- [● 3 SOURCES] Freddie Freeman fell into the first-base dugout area while chasing a foul fly ball during the 8th inning of a game against the Royals. kaigai.ch
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Dodgers used Edman as a pinch hitter for Freeman in the bottom of the 8th inning.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Freeman initially stood up and continued playing defense after the fall.