Dodgers manager: “I’m not surprised” by Freeman’s success in “coming out of a tough situation” in three WS games – Sponichi Annex Baseball

On the 28th (29th Japan time), Dodgers infielder Freddie Freeman (35) started Game 3 of the World Series against the Yankees in enemy territory as “3rd baseman/first base” ‘. He added to the team’s three-game winning streak with one hit and two RBIs in three at-bats, including a two-run leadoff hit. The team had a competitive record of 3 wins and 0 losses, putting them in a position to be the best in the world.

Freeman got the first two runs scored with one out and first base in the first inning. He turned an infield cutoff ball from opposing starter Schmidt and carried it into the right field seats. First baseman Otani, who had a subluxated left shoulder, survived by slowly circling the diamond thanks to his impressive arch.

Freeman added to the team’s victory by hitting the first consecutive home run in World Series history in the 10th inning of Game 1. In the 3rd inning of Game 2, he hit a solo shot for the second time in a row, following T. Hernandez.

This is his 5th consecutive game since 2021 when he was with the Braves. This ties him with George Springer (2017-2019) for the longest hitting streak in MLB.

After the game, manager Dave Roberts said of Freeman’s rampage going into the World Series, “I’m not surprised he’s performing at this level. He has performed very well in the postseason throughout his career. He praised the veteran’s performance, saying he wasn’t there. surprised by his previous experience.

“The five days before this series was a good preparation period for him, and he got out of a difficult situation,” he said, adding that his right ankle, which he sprained at the end of September, continuing from the league series to the World Series and it will be stable.

He also praised the base runner in the seventh inning, who advanced to third base on T. Hernandez’s hit to center field, saying, “The move from first base to third base was good.” he scored that time, but I think he’s in really good shape. In fact, he can put his weight firmly on his front foot when he moves.

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