Freddie Freeman returns to Dodgers lineup amid rookie's first leadoff chance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 7:24 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Freddie Freeman made his return to the Dodgers' lineup on September 15, 2026, despite a right knee injury. Rookie Josue De Paula, making his fifth MLB appearance, stepped up as the leadoff hitter for the matchup against the Reds. De Paula has shown promise with two hits, including a home run, since his call-up from double-A Tulsa. Freeman, batting second, is dealing with health concerns as he aims to regain form ahead of the playoffs. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts expressed hope that Freeman's injury will improve soon, avoiding the injured list.
- •Freddie Freeman returns to the Dodgers lineup after missing three of five games.
- •Rookie Josue De Paula bats leadoff against the Reds for the first time.
- •De Paula has two hits in his first four MLB games, including a home run.
- •Freeman is trying to prove he can play through his knee injury.
- •Dodgers manager is optimistic about Freeman's situation before playoffs.
- 7:24 PMYahoo Sports — Freddie Freeman back in Dodgers lineup, but that’s not team’s biggest surprise
"Freddie Freeman is back in the Dodgers lineup, but that's not the most notable aspect of the card
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