On his 71st birthday, Fred Lynn, known for outfield ability, was witness to a very different kind of birthday gift. On turning 71, Lynn, and his two knees, prepared to embark on a life-changing journey that could potentially leave the nine-time All-Star outfielder bedridden for a long time. However, Lynn had different plans. Finding a companion in the traditional Johnny Walker, Fred Lynn is up and about within only 22 days of his surgery, and the Boston Red Sox Hall of Famer has already found his way to the gym.

Notably, on his 71st birthday, Lynn, who spent the majority of his MLB career with the Red Sox, underwent a knee replacement surgery. Post his surgery, Lynn was expected to be on walkers for a significant amount of time, but the BoSox star used the Walker, Johnny Walker’s whiskey to help him through his tough phase.

It only took Fred Lynn 22 days to get out of bed

Now, only 22 days into his surgery, Fred has reached Twitter with a brand new update on his condition. And the four-time Gold Glove winner recently hit his cycling machine with a positive note on recovering at a quick speed.

The caption of Lynn’s Twitter video indicated that the outfielder is getting better with every passing day: “Day 22…Going nowhere fast to “Break on Through”…⁦ @TheDoors⁩ #2newknees Getting better each day.”

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Throughout the illustrious history of Major League Baseball, there have been countless individuals who have risen to the level of greatness and garnered widespread admiration and awe due to their awe-inspiring accomplishments and incredible feats. Among these iconic players, none other than the legendary centerfielder Fred Lynn stands tall, having etched his name into the annals of baseball history through his success in the park.

Having spent the majority of his illustrious 17-year career donning the jersey of the Boston Red Sox, Lynn emerged as a true icon of the game, dazzling fans and critics alike with his sublime skill and unmatched talent. He was a perennial All-Star, amassing a staggering nine appearances over the course of his illustrious career, a testament to his consistent excellence and unwavering dedication to his craft. Furthermore, he was the recipient of four coveted Gold Glove awards, showcasing his prowess on the field.

Fans absolutely adored this update and celebrated with their star outfielder. This is how they reacted:

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