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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 visiting dugout during a game against the Kansas City Royals. The incident occurred in the eighth inning when Freeman attempted to catch a foul pop-up but misjudged the location of the dugout railing, causing him to tumble down the steps.
Freeman reported experiencing soreness in his kneecaps, shoulder, hand, and wrist, but noted that he did not hit his head. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts stated, “We dodged a bullet,” regarding the severity of the incident. While Freeman initially remained in the game to finish the defensive half-inning, he was replaced by Tommy Edman as a pinch-hitter in the bottom of the eighth.
His availability for the upcoming series against the Milwaukee Brewers remains uncertain. The Dodgers, who won the game 4-2, will monitor his condition as they continue their season.
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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.