Freeman’s 100th Dodger Homer Powers Dodgers’ Series Win
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LOS ANGELES — On Friday night, the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Atlanta Braves 3-1 at Dodger Stadium as Freddie Freeman hit his 100th home run with the Dodgers and Shohei Ohtani delivered an RBI single; Emmet Sheehan started and allowed one run over 4 2/3 innings.
The win, in the opener of a three-game series this week, provided immediate momentum for the Dodgers against a Braves club that arrived with one of baseball’s best records; it included bullpen preservation of the lead, an injury move placing Tyler Glasnow on the injured list, and potential rotation adjustments before Saturday’s scheduled activations.
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Timeline
- 1. April 1: Freeman recorded a home run for the Dodgers (last home HR at Dodger Stadium before drought).
- 2. April 6: Freeman’s most recent long ball before a 114-plate-appearance drought.
- 3. Between April 6 and the series opener: Freeman went 114 plate appearances without a home run.
- 4. Friday (series opener): Dodgers beat Braves 3-1; Freeman hit his 100th Dodger home run; Ohtani had the go-ahead RBI; Sheehan allowed one run over 4 2/3 innings.
- 5. Saturday (near-term): Tyler Glasnow placed on injured list and Blake Snell activation was expected, prompting rotation adjustments.
Why it matters
Freeman's 100th Dodger home run is a milestone for baseball fans. If you're a Dodgers fan, this win could be a sign of a strong season ahead. For Braves fans, it's a reminder to keep an eye on the competition. Check out the next game to see how the teams adjust.
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