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Dodgers' Freddie Freeman on IL After Shower Slip Aggravates Ankle

The star first baseman is sidelined with a sprained ankle, but the Dodgers remain undefeated at 8-0 as Freeman eyes an April 10 return.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 27: Manager Dave Roberts #30, Shohei Ohtani #17, Mookie Betts #50 Teoscar Hernández #37 and Freddie Freeman #5 of the Los Angeles Dodgers stand during the National Anthem before the game against the Detroit Tigers on Opening Day at Dodger Stadium on March 27, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
Mar 29, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman (5) hits a double in the seventh inning against the Detroit Tigers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Freddie Freeman was placed on the 10-day injured list after slipping in the shower on March 30, aggravating his surgically repaired right ankle.
  • The injury, described by Freeman as a 'freak accident,' required extensive treatment, though X-rays showed no serious damage.
  • Freeman had been managing stiffness in his ankle following offseason surgery to address issues stemming from a postseason injury in 2024.
  • This marks Freeman's first non-COVID-related IL stint since 2017, with his return expected as early as April 10, pending recovery progress.
  • Despite Freeman's absence, the Dodgers have started the season strong with an 8-0 record, showcasing their depth and resilience.