Freddie Freeman returns to Dodgers lineup on bobblehead night honoring his World Series walk-off grand slam

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 10, 2025, 06:01 IST

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Los Angeles Dodgers fans are all ready for Friday's game with the Chicago Cubs, as they continue to buzz with rumors of Freddie Freeman's return from injury. The game is also a special bobblehead night to commemorate his legendary World Series walk-off grand slam. His return would not just thrill the fans but also provide the team with a huge lift when they come home.

Freddie Freeman returns to Dodgers lineup on bobblehead night honoring his World Series walk-off grand slam (Image Source: X)

There is massive excitement among Los Angeles Dodgers supporters as Friday's game against the Chicago Cubs approaches. Although the game is big, the buzz is about Freddie Freeman, absent due to injury. Speculation has been that he can come back just in time for a special evening recognizing him through a bobblehead giveaway. Fans are waiting with bated breath to know whether Freeman is back in the lineup, and the game becomes all the more special for all viewers.

Freddie Freeman's journey back to the field

Dodgers first baseman, Freddie Freeman, has missed time lately due to a persistent right ankle sprain. The bad luck was when he slipped in the shower at home after the opening series against the Detroit Tigers. This is why Freeman sat out more games, including a three-game set against the Atlanta Braves, and went on the 10-day injured list.

Manager Dave Roberts has been personally monitoring Freeman's rehabilitation. Watching him go, Roberts said, "Just looking at his gait running yesterday, I would say that it's better than it was when he started the season." This is a sign that Freeman is close to being ready to return to the team on the field.

Freddie Freeman's Return Coincides with Commemorative Bobblehead Giveaway

In a wonderful coincidence, fans are in for a treat this Friday night as the Los Angeles Dodgers take on the Chicago Cubs. It's Freddie Freeman Bobblehead Night! The night celebrates Freeman's walk-off grand slam during Game 1 of the 2024 World Series. It's an evening that will never be forgotten.
These commemorative bobbleheads will be given to the game's fans, making an already fantastic evening even more memorable. It's not a game; it's a celebration of one of baseball's all-time greatest moments.
Freeman's possible return on a night such as that introduces an added layer of suspense. Looking back on his time off the field, Freeman has developed an appreciation for the value of rest and recuperation. "I think now he gets the short-term benefits, the long-term. And he'll be the first to tell you that his time on the IL was helpful," Roberts said.
As the Dodgers prepare to receive the Cubs, all eyes and ears are waiting for the announcement of the lineups, waiting to hear Freeman's name called. His return not only would benefit the team's performance but also would be a source of encouragement to teammates and fans.
Also Read: Los Angeles Dodgers Recall Hunter Feduccia To Replace Injured Freddie Freeman

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