Dodgers’ Freeman down with neck issue; Hernández to replace him

Freddie Freeman, out of the Dodgers lineup due to neck issues

Los Ángeles – El All-Star Freddie Freeman no participó en la alineación de los Dodgers de Los Ángeles el miércoles debido a un problema nervioso en el cuello. Manager Dave Roberts reported that Freeman suffered a “stinger,” a condition that usually affects a network of nerves that extends from the neck to the shoulder and arm.

“It’s something that comes up, but it has manifested a bit in the last few days,” Roberts commented. “I think giving it a couple of days, with tomorrow’s day off, he’ll be back on Friday.”

Dave Roberts, Dodgers Manager

Kiké Hernández was chosen to play first base instead of Freeman against the Cincinnati Reds. Hernández went 2-3 with a run scored on Tuesday in his first game since July 6, when he was placed on the injured list. Freeman, for his part, went 1-4 with a double in the Dodgers’ 6-3 victory on Tuesday. He currently leads the National League with a .302 average, seeking his first career batting title, and is tied for the league lead in doubles with 34. Gardener Alex Call was also out of the lineup due to a back problem that manifested itself while running the bases on Tuesday, according to Roberts.