Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman has been removed from Game 2 of NLDS.
Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman has been removed from Game 2 of the National League Division Series between the Dodgers and San Diego Padres. Freeman was taken out because of ankle discomfort during the sixth inning, and is now considered "day to day," Ken Rosenthal announced on the broadcast.Freeman came into the NLDS with an ankle injury he sustained during the Dodgers' division-clinching series against the Padres on Sept. 26.
Just four hours before Game 1 of the NLDS against the Padres on Saturday, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts was not sure if Freeman would play. Thanks to his pre-game warm up and preparation, along with medication, Freeman managed to take the field on Saturday. “I know I took a big risk with how I’m feeling, but it was just the opportunity presented itself and I had to go for it,” said Freeman of his stolen base, via. “Like I said before the game, if I can’t play the game the right way, I shouldn’t be out there.”
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