Dodgers manager Dave Roberts shares Freddie Freeman injury update after loss to Cubs

The Los Angeles Dodgers received encouraging news Wednesday after Freddie Freeman exited their 7-6 loss to the Chicago Cubs with a hand injury. Although Freeman’s departure caused immediate concern, manager Dave Roberts provided a reassuring update following the series finale at Wrigley Field.

The 2024 World Series MVP left after the fifth inning, with Enrique Hernandez replacing him at first base as Los Angeles tried to rally from a six-run deficit. The veteran went 1-for-3 and extended his hitting streak to 15 games before leaving.

The Los Angeles Times’ Jack Harris detailed the injury Wednesday in a post on X, formerly Twitter, sharing the explanation from the Dodgers manager and the results of Freeman’s X-rays.

“Freddie Freeman left the game early after getting hit on the hand, Dave Roberts said

The good news: Roberts said X-rays were negative and expects him back in lineup Friday”

The negative X-rays provided relief for a Dodgers lineup already dealing with several injuries. Thursday’s scheduled off day also gives Freeman more time to recover before the club opens a three-game road series against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Roberts’ update indicates Los Angeles avoided a serious injury. However, the Dodgers can continue to monitor Freeman’s soreness before deciding whether he is ready to return to the starting lineup Friday.

His expected availability comes at an important time for Los Angeles. The Dodgers trailed 7-1 before scoring five runs in the eighth inning, but Chicago held on for the one-run victory and completed a three-game sweep.

The loss extended the Dodgers’ season-high skid to six games. Freeman remains one of the lineup’s most reliable hitters, making his anticipated return especially valuable as Los Angeles looks to regain momentum.

For now, the injury appears to be a manageable scare. Freeman’s expected return Friday would give the Dodgers an important offensive lift as they look to end their longest losing streak of the season and open their series against the Arizona Diamondbacks on a better note.

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