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Dodgers' Freddie Freeman on Injured List After Shower Mishap

The star first baseman sprained his surgically repaired ankle but is expected to return for the Dodgers' April 11 series against the Cubs.

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.
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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
Freddie Freeman #5 of the Los Angeles Dodgers reacts to his solo home run while rounding the bases in the first inning against the Detroit Tigers at Dodger Stadium on March 29, 2025 in Los Angeles.

Overview

  • Freddie Freeman was placed on the 10-day injured list after slipping in the shower and aggravating his surgically repaired right ankle.
  • The injury occurred on March 30, 2025, and the IL designation is retroactive to March 31, allowing Freeman to return as early as April 10.
  • X-rays showed no serious damage, and Freeman is undergoing treatment to reduce swelling, with recovery progress being closely monitored.
  • Enrique Hernández is temporarily filling in at first base, while Hunter Feduccia has been recalled from the minors to join the active roster.
  • Despite Freeman's absence, the Dodgers remain undefeated at 8-0, showcasing their depth and adaptability early in the season.