Dodgers Make Sudden Freddie Freeman Announcement

Freddie Freeman returned to the Los Angeles Dodgers starting lineup for Sunday's regular-season finale against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. After resting on Saturday, the veteran first baseman was placed back into his customary third spot in the batting order. Manager Dave Roberts opted to field a near-complete starting lineup, with catcher Will Smith being the only everyday regular resting as the team targets a 100-win season.

Freeman entered the weekend batting .290 with 16 home runs and 70 RBIs on the season. With Blake Treinen heading to the injured list due to a shoulder issue, pitcher Jack Dreyer was named the starter for what was scheduled as a bullpen game ahead of the upcoming National League Division Series.