Freeman's Knee Tendinitis Dragged Down Late-Season Production
The Dodgers first baseman hit just .235/.305/.283 over his final 187 PAs, with patellar tendinitis in his right knee a likely factor.
Freddie Freeman confirmed he dealt with patellar tendinitis in his right knee late in the regular season, a period in which he slashed .235/.305/.283 with one home run over 187 plate appearances. Freeman told reporters his knee is currently in a good spot and he plans to use the Dodgers' five-day bye to work on his swing mechanics. He stopped short of blaming the knee directly for his struggles, saying he simply played poorly. His health status will be closely watched as Los Angeles opens the NLDS on Saturday.
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