Former Braves Star Freddie Freeman Clarifies He’s ‘Happy to Be a Dodger’ After Facing Massive Backlash From Fans and Teammates

Even though Freddie Freeman and the Atlanta Braves are two different poles now, the Dodgers star still has a soft corner for his previous franchise. And his recent visit to Truist Field was enough to prove his unconditional love for the Braves.

Notably, Freeman addressed the Braves with an emotional speech. However, this gesture by Freeman has hurt a section of the Dodgers’ camp and the fans. Because they felt Freeman has not moved on from his past. Though Freeman did not intend to hurt anyone, the Dodgers felt disrespected by his address to the Braves.

However, Freeman has come up with a clarification. Because he believes he has a contract with the Dodgers, and that is where he will spend the next few years of his professional career.

Freddie Freeman is a Dodger for the next six years

It will be difficult to move on from a place where someone has spent 12 years of their life. The same is happening with Freddie Freeman. He has played for over 12 years for the Atlanta Braves, and in 2021, he won them a World Series title. And it will take a while for Freeman to merge into a new environment at the Dodgers.

The Dodgers’ first baseman has been facing backlash for his gesture to the Braves. Now Freeman has released a statement to clarify things. He said his focus will always be with the Dodgers.

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“There needs to be closure. It’s time. I’m a Dodger for the next six years and that’s where my focus lies…I’m happy to be a Dodger,” Freeman said.

“If you were in a relationship for 15 years, and it ended, you’re going to have feelings. And I’ve had feelings. I’ve been going through this process of grieving and now I’m in the healing process and the moving on process.”

Freeman fired his agent

Per CBS Sports, Freddie Freeman will change his representative from now onwards, as the Dodgers star feels his agent did not handle his free agency very well. “I am working through some issues with my longtime agents at Excel. My representation remains a fluid situation and I will update if needed,” Freeman said.

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Considering all the scenarios, is Freeman not happy with the Dodgers? And if he is not, is he looking for options to make a comeback to his home franchise? What are your opinions about Freeman making a comeback to the Braves?