Freddie Freeman Update Emerges After Removal From Dodgers Lineup

Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts Provides Update on Freddie Freeman 

Ahead of Wednesday's game, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed that Freeman was removed from the lineup because of a stinger, per Fabian Adraya of the Athletic. While details of Freeman's neck discomfort was not stated, Roberts confirmed that he is expected return by Friday.

“Freddie Freeman also isn’t in the lineup. He’s dealing with a stinger. Plan is for him to be in the lineup on Friday.”

In the meantime, the Dodgers will lean on their deep roster to keep the offense moving. Mookie Betts remains a steady force at the top of the order, while Will Smith has been reliable behind the plate. And there is always Shohei Ohtani, the elite stabilizing force offensively even amid his shakiness on the mound of late.

Roberts expressed confidence that the group can handle Freeman’s temporary absence, but there is no denying the impact of losing one of baseball’s most consistent hitters, even for a short stretch.

Dodgers Aiming to Hold Top Spot in the National League West Standings

Los Angeles will look to finish the series strong against Cincinnati after taking the first two games. Freeman’s recent two-homer game in San Diego was a reminder of how important he is to the lineup, but other stars have stepped up in his absence, with both Betts and Ohtani delivering key hits to extend rallies.

At 76–57, the Dodgers hold a slim one-game lead over the San Diego Padres in the division with 29 games left to play. Every contest now carries weight as Los Angeles seeks to maintain control of the NL West and position itself for another deep MLB postseason run.