Inspiring World Series Player That You Should Root For
There is one World Series player that, even if your team isn’t in it, you can root for and feel good about. Unless you are a New York Yankees fan, you will be excited to learn who this player is. You know I am always going to keep you updated on all of the sports news at TheAndieSummersShow.com.
Freddie Freeman Of The Los Angeles Dodgers
He’s currently on a very hot streak, actually just tied the record for the most consecutive World Series games with a homerun. He has homered in games one, two and three to start off the 2024 World Series. But he also homered in the last two games of the 2021 World Series in which he played for the Atlanta Braves. He currently ties the record set by George Springer.
In that streak, included this amazing grand slam to end game one in the bottom of the tenth inning.
World Series Player To Root For
But this impressive streak isn’t exactly why we think you should be rooting for him. It actually has a lot to do more with his son, Max. In July of this year, he was rushed to the hospital and was later diagnosed with Guillain-Barré Syndrome.
What is Guillain-Barré Syndrome?
“Guillain-Barre (gee-YAH-buh-RAY) syndrome is a condition in which the body’s immune system attacks the nerves. It can cause weakness, numbness or paralysis,” according to the MayoClinic.
What Happened To Freddie Freeman’s Son?
After eight days in the ICU, he was able to come home. He has been attending physical therapy in order to regain his ability to walk again. Progress videos have been posted on social media inspiring millions of fans.
Here’s one update from early October, 2024. Taking confident steps as he continues to recover.
