Freddie Freeman from the Los Angeles Dodgers has at the start of the finals in the Major League Baseball created a novelty. Against them New York Yankees The baseball professional decided the first game of the game on Friday (October 25th, 2024/local time). World Series with a Grand Slam in the last inning.
With a 6-3 win, Freeman achieved the first so-called “Walk-off Grand Slam” in the history of the MLB finals. Means: At his Home Run In the last inning, all the bases were occupied by teammates, which resulted in four points – the game was over.
“That’s pretty cool” said the 35-year-old when he learned of his entry into the history books. “When you’re told you’re doing something like this in a sport that’s been around for a long time – I love the history of this game. To be a part of it is special.”
Difficult year for Freeman
For Freeman, it was the next emotional turn in a year of injuries marred by a serious illness for his three-year-old son, Max. In July, his son suddenly found himself unable to walk and was diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome – a rare autoimmune disease that occurs when the body’s immune system attacks its nerves. Max later recovered after immunotherapy and was discharged from the hospital in August.
Freeman was correspondingly relaxed after the victory. “I’ve been playing this game for a long time and being involved in these moments is something you dream about, even if you’re 35 and have been playing in the league for 15 years. The last few months have been tough, but things have been going so well at home – Max is doing great”said Freeman.
Thanks to Freeman’s father
After celebrating his walk-off with his teammates, Freeman sprinted to the seats behind the Home Plateto share the moment with his father. “He’s helped me with batting practice for as long as I can remember.”said Freeman. “My swing is thanks to him. I am who I am because of him.”
The second game is also scheduled for Sunday night in Los Angeles. Four wins are needed to win the title.
