Freddie Freeman manages knee injury ahead of postseason

Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman is managing patellar tendinitis in his right knee as the postseason approaches. The injury has caused Freeman to miss several games and has impacted his batting performance, with manager Dave Roberts noting increased swing-and-miss tendencies due to the discomfort in his front side.

Despite the injury, the Dodgers have opted not to place Freeman on the Injured List, instead treating him as day-to-day to manage his recovery before the playoffs. Freeman recently reported feeling good during a game against the Cincinnati Reds, where he recorded three hits and stated he felt no pain in his knee during play. While the team has attempted to manage his workload, Freeman expressed his desire to play every day to ensure he is performing well heading into the postseason.