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Dodgers Provide Positive Freddie Freeman News After Early Exit

Dodgers Provide Positive Freddie Freeman News After Early Exit

Summary

Los Angeles Dodgers player Freddie Freeman left a game early after being hit on the hand but is expected to play in the next game. The Dodgers lost to the Chicago Cubs 7-6, extending their losing streak to six games.

Key Facts

  • Freddie Freeman was hit by a pitch on his hand during a game against the Chicago Cubs.
  • He left the game early in the fifth inning and was replaced by Kike Hernandez.
  • X-rays showed no injury to Freeman's hand.
  • Freeman and Dodgers manager Dave Roberts expect him to play in the next game against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
  • The Dodgers have lost six games in a row, their longest losing streak since April 2019.
  • Freeman had a 15-game hitting streak before leaving the game.
  • Dalton Rushing, the usual backup for Freeman, is injured and likely out for the season.
  • Kike Hernandez is the most probable replacement for Freeman if needed.
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