Dodgers' Freddie Freeman battling knee injury ahead of postseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 3:10 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Freddie Freeman of the Los Angeles Dodgers is dealing with a right knee injury as the team approaches the postseason. Manager Dave Roberts confirmed Freeman has patellar tendonitis, and his recent performance reflects the injury, going 0-for-4 in consecutive games. The Dodgers' playoff aspirations could be affected, particularly with Shohei Ohtani already on the injured list. Freeman's importance as a consistent contributor is underscored by the team's current standing, with the Atlanta Braves closely trailing. The Dodgers may need their stars back to secure a bye and perform well in October.
- •Freeman has been held out of the lineup for several games.
- •Roberts noted Freeman doesn't seem himself at the plate.
- •The Dodgers are without Ohtani due to injury.
- •The Braves are 2.5 games behind the Dodgers in the standings.
- •October's success may hinge on Freeman's health.
- 3:10 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers' Dave Roberts Comments On Freddie Freeman's Injury As Postseason Nears
"The Los Angeles Dodgers are nearing the postseason, but one ofg their best players is battling injury
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