Dodgers Stare At Alarming Concern As Freddie Freeman Faces Another Injury After Battling Ankle Discomfort

For a team built on power, precision, and perennial playoff pushes, even a slight hitch can look like an earthquake. That is exactly the mood around the Dodgers right now. Just as they were finding their rhythm mid-season, a new concern has crept in—and it is tied to their consistent star.

Freddie Freeman, the ever-reliable veteran in the heart of the Dodgers’ lineup, is now battling what Dave Roberts casually described as “a little quad thing.” But for a player already managing previous ankle discomfort, fans and insiders alike are starting to worry this might not be so little after all.

In a season where durability has been his signature, Freeman is suddenly toeing a fine line between grit and risk. Dodgers manager Roberts acknowledged that Freeman is “dealing with a little quad thing,” a development that comes just weeks after the slugger had been battling ankle discomfort. The injury occurred during a play at first base Tuesday night, and though Roberts tried to downplay the issue, it’s clear the Dodgers aren’t shrugging it off behind the scenes. Freeman’s presence remains vital, but his health is now a looming question.

Despite the concern, Freeman was still penciled into Wednesday’s lineup in San Diego. According to The Athletic’s Fabian Ardaya, Roberts confirmed the first baseman will play through the quad issue, saying “he’s managing it.” Since April 11, Freeman has played in every game, starting all but two, which highlights both his value and the physical toll he’s absorbing. While the Dodgers trust his instincts, this isn’t a situation that can be ignored for long. With a long season ahead, the decision to keep him on the field despite being less than 100 percent is a gamble—one the Dodgers can’t afford to lose twice.

Freddie Freeman is dealing with “a little quad thing,” Dave Roberts says.

It happened last night when running to make a play at first base.

— Dodger Blue (@DodgerBlue1958) June 11, 2025

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