Dodgers' Freddie Freeman Returns After Son's Hospitalization
Freeman missed eight games to be with his son, Maximus, who was diagnosed with a rare condition.
The first baseman returned to the lineup on Monday night and went 1-for-4 with a walk.
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Freddie Freeman returned to the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup on Monday night after missing eight games to be with his 3-year-old son, Maximus, who was diagnosed with a rare neurological condition.
"It's been a tough couple of weeks," Freeman said before the game. "But we're just happy to have him home and doing well."
Maximus was diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome, a rare condition that affects the nervous system. Freeman said his son is now recovering at home and doing well.
"He's a tough little guy," Freeman said. "He's been through a lot, but he's a fighter."
Freeman's return to the lineup was a welcome sight for the Dodgers, who have struggled in his absence. The team is 4-4 in the eight games Freeman has missed.
"Freddie's a big part of this team," said Dodgers manager Dave Roberts. "We're glad to have him back."
Freeman went 1-for-4 with a walk in his return to the lineup. He also made a nice defensive play in the first inning, fielding a ground ball and throwing out the runner at first.
"It felt good to be back out there," Freeman said. "I'm just glad to be back with my teammates."
The Dodgers are hoping that Freeman's return will help them turn things around. The team is currently in third place in the NL West, 6.5 games behind the San Diego Padres.
"We've got a lot of work to do," Freeman said. "But we're confident that we can turn things around."
The Dodgers will face the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday night. First pitch is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. PT.
**Conclusion:** Freddie Freeman's return to the Dodgers is a reminder that there are more important things in life than baseball. Freeman's son, Maximus, is a fighter, and his story is an inspiration to us all.
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