Tyler Freeman
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Jun 29 2025Freeman went 0-for-1 with a walk before he was ejected after the top of the third inning of Sunday's game against the Brewers for arguing balls and strikes, Patrick Saunders of The Denver Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman took issue with a called third strike during his second plate appearance of the day and was tossed from the game along with Rockies interim manager Warren Schaeffer, who left the dugout to jaw at the home plate umpire. Sam Hilliard took over in right field in the bottom of the third inning in place of Freeman, who isn't expected to face any discipline from MLB due to his ejection. Expect Freeman to be back in the lineup for Tuesday's series opener versus the Astros at Coors Field.
Jun 21 2025Freeman went 2-for-3 with a walk, a stolen base and a run scored in Saturday's 5-3 loss to the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman has been trending up lately, batting first or second in six of the Rockies' last seven games. He was atop the lineup Saturday, swapping places with Jordan Beck against Arizona right-hander Merrill Kelly. Freeman has hit safely in 17 of 19 games in June, going 23-for-56 (.411) with an 8:2 BB:K this month. Overall, he's at a .326/.417/.442 slash line with one home run, 10 RBI, 17 runs scored and seven steals on 10 attempts through 115 plate appearances.
Jun 19 2025Freeman is absent from the lineup for Thursday's game against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman had started each of the previous six tilts, but he will begin the series finale on the bench. Brenton Doyle will get a start at designated hitter, and Mickey Moniak will start in right field as the Rockies go for the sweep.
Jun 12 2025Freeman is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Mickey Moniak will receive the start in right field Thursday, but Freeman seems to have at least temporarily supplanted him as the Rockies' preferred option at the position against both right- and left-handed pitching. Freeman had started in each of the Rockies' first nine games of June, going 12-for-27 (.444 average) with one home run, two stolen bases and a 4:0 BB:K.
Jun 8 2025Freeman went 2-for-3 with a walk and two runs scored Sunday against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman has emerged as the Rockies' primary right fielder and has started nine of the last 10 games overall. He has at least one hit in his last eight starts, going 12-for-25 with five runs scored, three RBI and a stolen base.
Jun 4 2025Freeman went 3-for-4 with a run scored Tuesday against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman has started five of the last six games for the Rockies, four of which have come in right field. He's performed well with the opportunity, going 7-for-16 with one home run, four RBI, two runs scored and a stolen base. Colorado has rotated its outfield consistently this season, but Freeman seems to have a hold on a regular lineup spot for the time being.
Jun 1 2025Freeman went 2-for-3 with a two-run home run and a stolen base Sunday against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman has primarily served in a small-side platoon role, with Sunday marking only his second start against a righty since being activated from the injured list May 17. He delivered with the opportunity, tallying his first home run of the season in the fifth inning. Freeman also swiped his fourth bag of the campaign, and he could be a decent speed option if his playing time picks up.
May 21 2025Freeman went 3-for-4 with a double, a steal, an RBI and a run scored in Tuesday's loss to the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman paced the Colorado offense with three hits and picked up his first extra-base hit of the year. He now has two steals and has not struck out in 10 at-bats since returning from injury Friday.
May 16 2025The Rockies reinstated Freeman (oblique) from the injured list Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman has been sidelined for the past month by a left oblique strain, but he's been given the green light to return to Colorado after going 2-for-12 with two walks during a four-game rehab assignment. Now healthy, Freeman will likely slide in as bench depth for the Rockies.
May 8 2025Freeman (oblique) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Albuquerque this weekend, Patrick Lyons of JustBaseball.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Out since mid-April with a left oblique strain, Freeman has been cleared for game action and shouldn't require too many rehab at-bats before rejoining the Rockies' active roster. The versatile 25-year-old has various paths to playing time if he can perform well, although the career .221/.304/.324 hitter is no safe bet in that regard.
May 5 2025Freeman (oblique) is swinging with no restrictions during batting practice, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman has been sidelined since mid-April, so he'll likely require at least a short rehab appearance. He had only one hit in 11 at-bats prior to being sidelined, though the Rockies have rotated between Kyle Farmer, Adael Amador and Owen Miller at second base, so Freeman could have a path to playing time if his performance picks up upon his return.
Apr 13 2025The Rockies placed Freeman on the 10-day injured list Sunday due to a left oblique strain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman was initially included in the Rockies' starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Padres, but he was scratched after tweaking his oblique in the batting cage. Further tests revealed a strain, and the injury is severe enough to warrant a stint on the injured list. To shore up their infield depth, the Rockies recalled Adael Amador from Triple-A Albuquerque in a corresponding move.
Apr 12 2025Freeman was scratched from Saturday's lineup against the Padres due to an oblique injury, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman was initially slated to start in center field, but he tweaked his oblique in the batting cage and will not be in the lineup for Saturday's contest. Mickey Moniak will start in center field and bat seventh against Padres southpaw Kyle Hart.
Apr 3 2025Freeman (wrist) will start at second base and bat ninth in Thursday's game versus the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman hasn't played since being hit on the left wrist by a pitch in Sunday's game versus the Rays, but he's feeling well enough to give it a go in Thursday's series finale. It's the second start this season for the former Guardian.
Mar 31 2025Freeman is tending to a sore left wrist after being hit by a pitch in the sixth inning of Sunday's 6-4 loss to the Rays, Thomas Harding of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Making his first start of the season Sunday, Freeman played second base and grounded out in his first at-bat in the top of the third inning before taking his base on the hit-by-pitch in the sixth. Freeman came around to score a game-tying run and then went back out in the field for the bottom of the sixth, but he was lifted for a pinch hitter the next time his turn in the batting order came up in the top of the seventh. Fortunately for Freeman, X-rays on his wrist came back negative, but he's considered day-to-day while he waits for the soreness and swelling to subside. Kyle Farmer will start at second base in Monday's series opener in Philadelphia.
Mar 22 2025Freeman was traded from the Guardians to the Rockies on Saturday in exchange for Nolan Jones, SI.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman was in competition for playing time at second base with Cleveland this spring and maintained an impressive 1.080 OPS across 39 at-bats -- including eight extra-base hits. He's struggled to turn his contact-heavy approach at the plate into meaningful big-league production in partial playing time across the last three campaigns, but playing at Coors Field could help him turn a corner. Freeman should get regular run at second base to begin the 2025 season with Thairo Estrada (wrist) sidelined, and he could also fill a small-side platoon in left field.
Mar 21 2025Freeman started at second base and went 2-for-3 with a walk, a double, a triple and an RBI in Friday's spring game against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Guardians auditioned several players for second base during Cactus League play, and it's still not clear who will be the primary starter. Two players in the competition, Juan Brito and Angel Martinez, were optioned to Triple-A Columbus on Friday, leaving Freeman (four starts), Gabriel Arias (10) and Daniel Schneemann (one) in camp The three can field multiple positions and would give manager Stephen Vogt mix-and-match options. Freeman (1.080 OPS, eight extra-base hits) has been the best hitter among the three this spring.
Mar 19 2025Freeman started in center field and went 1-for-2 with a walk and a solo home run in Tuesday's spring game against Texas. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman, who launched his second Cactus League homer in the sixth inning, is thriving in a super-utility role. He's appeared in 13 games and has starts at second base (three), shortstop (one), third base (one), center field (four), right field (three) and DH (one). While second base gives him the best chance for a starting gig, Freeman's versatility will keep him in the majors in 2025. He's hitting .313/.421/.656 with six extra-base hits, five RBI, five runs and a stolen base this spring.
Mar 8 2025Freeman started in center field and went 2-for-3 with a solo home run and an additional run scored in Friday's spring game against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman is raking in the Cactus League, batting .462 with a home run and three doubles through six contests. He's one of a bunch competing for a utility role and has appeared at second base (twice), shortstop, third base and center field (twice). Freeman could also find a regular gig at second base, which does not have a settled starter at this point in spring training. He's been the best among the group vying for the spot.
Feb 25 2025Freeman started at second base and went 1-for-2 with two RBI in Tuesday's spring game against Milwaukee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman was the fourth different player to start at second base for the Guardians. The competition will continue to rage through the Cactus League. Thus far, Gabriel Arias, Juan Brito, Angel Martinez and now Freeman have gotten looks. Daniel Schneemann is expected to get a turn as well. The eventual winner will be keeping the spot warm for Travis Bazzana, last year's No. 1 overall pick who homered and walked twice as the backup to Freeman on Tuesday.
Oct 7 2024The Guardians removed Freeman from their ALDS roster Monday due to a strained left oblique. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman suffered the injury during a recent simulated game. He will not be eligible for the ALCS, should the Guardians advance. Freeman could potentially return for the World Series, although it's unclear whether he'll be healthy enough to do so. Angel Martinez will take over Freeman's roster spot.
Oct 5 2024Freeman is included on the Guardians' roster for the ALDS versus Detroit. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman ended the regular season in the minors after struggling to a .209/.305/.321 slash line throughout the campaign. His inclusion on the ALDS roster gives Cleveland added versatility, as Freeman made at least one start at second base, third base, shortstop and center field this season. Freeman also gives the team speed off the bench -- he stole 11 bags in 17 attempts during the campaign.
Sep 14 2024Freeman was optioned to Triple-A Columbus on Saturday, Tom Withers of the Associated Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman had been in Cleveland's lineup just once since Aug. 26, a span of 17 games. Across 383 total plate appearances with the Guardians this season, he's managed just a .209 average and .626 OPS. Angel Martinez was recalled to take Freeman's spot on the big-league roster.
Aug 30 2024Freeman logged a stolen base as a pinch runner in Friday's 10-8 win over the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman ran for Josh Naylor, who exited the game with a bruised ankle in the eighth inning. The steal was Freeman's first in a month, though a lack of playing time is partially to blame for that. He's seen action in 19 contests in August, going a putrid 2-for-35 (.057) while getting plunked four times. Freeman is at a .206/.304/.320 slash line with 11 steals, seven home runs, 32 RBI, 48 runs scored, 14 doubles and a triple over 112 contests this season. The 25-year-old's slump has relegated him to a short-side platoon role at shortstop, and his playing time could shrink further depending on which players the Guardians call up when rosters expand Sunday.
Aug 7 2024Freeman is out of the lineup for the first game of Wednesday's doubleheader with the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman had started in center field in both of the Guardians' last two matchups with right-handed pitching, but he'll take a seat for the first game of the day while Arizona sends righty Brandon Pfaadt to the mound. Angel Martinez will get the nod in center field for the early game, but expect the right-handed-hitting Freeman to join the starting nine for the nightcap, when the Guardians face lefty Eduardo Rodriguez.
Jul 30 2024Freeman went 2-for-2 with a double, a hit-by-pitch, a stolen base and one run scored in Tuesday's 5-0 win over the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman had gone 0-for-11 over his last five contests before getting on base multiple times Tuesday. His playing time has been inconsistent since Angel Martinez took over center field for the Guardians. Freeman is at a .224/.319/.352 slash line with seven home runs, 10 steals, 32 RBI and 45 runs scored over 94 contests this season. He had been seeing some time in center field versus left-handed pitchers, but trade-deadline acquisition Lane Thomas figures to take on that role moving forward.
Jul 22 2024Freeman went 3-for-4 in Monday's 8-2 loss to the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With Angel Martinez seeing a more consistent role in center field, Freeman has slipped into a utility job in July. Freeman is hitting .393 (11-for-28) over 13 contests this month, but he no longer has a clear path to playing time, so he's unlikely to generate enough volume to be a fantasy asset in most formats. For the year, he's slashing .225/.319/.356 with seven home runs, eight stolen bases, 32 RBI and 43 runs scored through 320 plate appearances.
Jul 8 2024Freeman is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though he seemed primed for steadier playing time after Will Brennan (rib cage) was placed on the injured list June 27, Freeman instead looks to be stuck in a part-time role in the Cleveland outfield. He'll hit the bench for the fourth time in six games, with recent call-up Angel Martinez having seemingly surpassed Freeman as a priority in the lineup. Martinez will cover center field Monday in what will be his fifth consecutive start.
Jul 2 2024Freeman went 2-for-4 with a home run, two RBI and two runs scored in a 7-6 win over the White Sox on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman singled and scored in the fifth inning and added a two-run home run in the sixth. The 25-year-old slashed a miserable .167/.268/.264 in June but got off on the right foot in July with his first home run since June 9. On the season, he is slashing .211/.306/.343 with seven home runs, 30 RBI, 41 runs scored and eight steals over 291 plate appearances.
Jun 30 2024Freeman is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though he's on the bench for Sunday's series finale, Freeman appears to have moved back into a quasi-everyday role with Will Brennan (ribs) recently landing on the injured list. Freeman, who has slashed .169/.272/.268 thus far in June, had started in each of the Guardians' last five games.
Jun 24 2024Freeman is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: For the second time in three days, Freeman will hit the bench as the Guardians open up room in center field for Daniel Schneemann. Over his last 10 games, Freeman has gone 4-for-31 at the plate, and his June swoon could end up costing him his regular spot in the starting lineup.
Jun 18 2024Freeman is absent from the lineup for Tuesday's contest against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It looks to be a routine day off for the 25-year-old. Daniel Schneemann will start in center field for the Guardians on Tuesday while Freeman gets some rest.
Jun 14 2024Freeman is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman is hitting .194 through nine games in June and will sit Friday after starting the previous five games. Daniel Schneemann will start in center field and bat seventh.
Jun 9 2024Freeman went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run and an additional run during Sunday's 6-3 win over the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman stepped into the batter's box in the seventh with the score tied 2-2 and delivered a three-run home run on the first pitch from A.J. Puk. The long ball was his sixth and marked the second time he's driven in three batters in a game this season. Freeman is slashing .222/.319/.374 with 35 runs scored across 231 plate appearances.
Jun 6 2024Freeman is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman had been in line to receive Wednesday's game off before that contest was postponed due to inclement weather, but he'll see his streak of 20 consecutive starts come to an official end Thursday. Though he's moved out of the leadoff spot since the Guardians brought back Steven Kwan from the injured list Friday, Freeman has continued to thrive with four hits -- including a game-winning home run Tuesday -- and a stolen base over his last four starts. Utility man Daniel Schneemann will get the nod in center field Thursday in Freeman's stead.
Jun 5 2024Freeman is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though he's moved out of the leadoff spot since the Guardians brought back Steven Kwan from the injured list Friday, Freeman has continued to thrive with four hits -- including a game-winning home run Tuesday -- and a stolen base over his last four games. Utility man Daniel Schneemann will get the nod in center field Wednesday in what looks to be little more than a maintenance day for Freeman, who had started in each of Cleveland's last 20 games.
May 31 2024Freeman went 2-for-4 with one RBI, one stolen base and one run scored in Friday's 7-1 win over the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman had been leading off over the last couple of weeks, but that should be done with Steven Kwan (hamstring) returning from the injured list Friday. Freeman was second in the order Friday against southpaw Patrick Corbin, but he'll likely bat lower against right-handers moving forward. Freeman's steal was his second in five games and his eighth of the campaign. He's still at a mediocre .223/.317/.354 slash line with four home runs, 22 RBI, 32 runs scored and 11 doubles over 203 plate appearances overall, but he's hit .295 (18-for-61) over his last 16 contests.
May 27 2024Freeman went 3-for-5 with two doubles, two runs scored and an RBI in Monday's loss to the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman led the game off with a double and scored the first run. He later knocked an RBI single in the second inning and added another double in the ninth. It was his first multi-hit game since going 4-for-4 on May 18. Freeman boosted his slash line to .228/.324/.370 with 15 extra-base hits and 31 runs scored through 189 plate appearances.
May 18 2024Freeman went 4-for-4 with a walk, a double, three runs, three RBI and a stolen base in Saturday's 11-4 victory versus Minnesota. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman batted out of the leadoff spot for the sixth straight contest and broke out with the first four-hit game of his career. Among those knocks was a run-scoring double and a two-run single. Freeman is still batting just .221 on the season, but he may be rounding into form, as he's gone 8-for-17 with a 4:1 BB:K during his current five-game hitting streak.
May 15 2024Freeman went 1-for-2 with a double, a walk, two hit-by-pitches, a stolen base and one run scored in Tuesday's 7-4 win over the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: That's a hard way to get on base four times, but it worked well to set the table for the Guardians. Freeman is still not hitting all that well -- he's batting .167 over 12 games in May, dropping his season average to .193 through 37 contests. He's made up for it with a passable .307 on-base percentage and 9.2 percent walk rate. The 24-year-old has added five steals, four home runs, 13 RBI, 21 runs scored and six doubles through 141 plate appearances. Manager Stephen Vogt is still trying to figure out who will fit best at leadoff while Steven Kwan (hamstring) is out, and Freeman is in the mix, having hit atop the order in each of the last three games.
May 11 2024Freeman is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman broke a three-game hitless streak during Friday's 6-3 loss when he swatted a solo home run, his first since April 19. Ramon Laureano will start in center field Saturday and bat sixth against White Sox right-hander Mike Clevinger.
May 10 2024Freeman went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Friday's 6-3 loss to the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman hasn't been able to turn his hitting around in May -- he's gone 4-for-26 (.154) through nine games this month and is batting just .193 on the year. His homer Friday was his first since April 19, and two of his hits in May have gone for extra bases. The 24-year-old has four homers, 13 RBI, 18 runs scored and four steals through 126 plate appearances. It's fair to question whether Freeman has earned his near-everyday role, but the Guardians are unlikely to shake things up too dramatically while Steven Kwan (hamstring) is out.
May 8 2024Freeman is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman started in each of the Guardians' last five games but will begin Wednesday's tilt on the bench. Will Brennan will fill in for Freeman in center field.
May 6 2024Freeman went 2-for-3 with a double and a stolen base in Monday's 2-1 win over the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman opened May 1-for-12 across four contests, and his last multi-hit effort before Monday was April 19. The 24-year-old is slashing just .204/.301/.347 this season while adding three home runs, four steals, 12 RBI, 17 runs scored and five doubles across 113 plate appearances. With Steven Kwan (hamstring) landing on the injured list Monday, Freeman should have more job security in center field while Estevan Florial, Ramon Laureano and Will Brennan combine to fill the corner outfield spots.
May 2 2024Freeman is not in the lineup for Thursday's contest in Houston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In a 1-for-14 stretch at the plate over his last four contests, Freeman will take a seat in the series finale. Gabriel Arias will occupy center field for the Guardians on Thursday.
Apr 23 2024Freeman went 1-for-3 with a walk, one RBI, one stolen base and two runs scored in Tuesday's 4-1 win over the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman's RBI single in the seventh inning got the Guardians on the board, and he came around to score on a sacrifice fly. He's started to separate himself in a crowded battle for playing time, going 7-for-19 (.368) with two home runs and five RBI over his last six games. Freeman is slashing .222/.296/.413 with three homers, 12 RBI, three steals and 12 runs scored through 71 plate appearances as Cleveland's primary center fielder.
Apr 20 2024Freeman went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run and scored twice during a 10-2 victory over Oakland on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman's home run wasn't exactly a towering blast, as it only traveled a projected 331 feet, but it was enough to give Cleveland the lead in the second inning. The 24-year-old infielder has been struggling at the plate to begin the season; however, he is now 5-for-12 with two homers, three RBI and five runs scored across his last three games.
Apr 17 2024Freeman is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman started each of the past three games in center field while going 2-for-10 with a home run and a double across those contests. He'll give way to Gabriel Arias on Wednesday.
Apr 13 2024Freeman isn't in the Guardians' lineup for the second game of Saturday's doubleheader versus the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After going 0-for-4 with an RBI en route to a loss in Saturday's first game, Freeman will retreat to the bench for Game 2. While he rests, Steven Kwan, Ramon Laureano and Estevan Florial will start across Cleveland's outfield.
Apr 10 2024Freeman isn't in the lineup for Wednesday's game versus the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman has now started nine of 12 contests in center field this season for the Guardians, but he'll take a seat for the series finale with the White Sox. Ramon Laureano will patrol center in Freeman's stead.
Apr 8 2024Freeman went 1-for-4 with a stolen base in Monday's 4-0 win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman is playing fairly regularly as the Guardians' preferred center fielder, though Ramon Laureano and Estevan Florial have also seen some time there. The steal was Freeman's second of the campaign. He's hit safely in five of eight contests, batting just .194 with a home run, five RBI, four runs scored and a double over 35 plate appearances. Freeman is not established enough in a starting role to be able to afford a dry spell at the plate, though neither Laureano (.222) nor Florial (.182) has pressed the issue yet.
Apr 3 2024Freeman is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He'll give way to Estevan Florial in center field after starting in five of the Guardians' first six games of the season while hitting .211 with a home run and a stolen base.
Apr 1 2024Freeman went 1-for-4 with a solo home run Monday in a loss to the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman brought the Guardians to within two runs with his sixth-inning solo blast, but his team ultimately fell short. The long ball was the first of the campaign for the 24-year-old, who never hit more than six homers over a season in the minors. Freeman is better known for his speed and bat-to-ball ability, and he's attempting to use that skill set to hold down a near-everyday role in center field after playing mostly in the infield as a minor-leaguer.
Mar 31 2024Freeman went 1-for-5 with a walk, one RBI, a stolen base and one run scored in Saturday's 12-3 win over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Platoons are emerging in right field and at designated hitter, but the right-handed Freeman has started all three games in center field so far. He's done fairly well, going 3-for-12 with two RBI, two walks, two runs scored and one steal on two attempts. It's not enough to say confidently he'll be the starter in center all season -- the Athletics are a soft season-opening series for a Guardians team trying to figure out its best alignment. Still, it's encouraging Freeman is getting early at-bats, though he's yet to excel in any one area. Should Freeman stumble, Estevan Florial represents a possible platoon partner.
Mar 22 2024Freeman will be on the Guardians' Opening Day roster, Mandy Bell of MLB.com reports Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman's defensive versatility likely played a big part in making the roster, as he hit a modest .286 with a .784 OPS over 11 Cactus League games. The 24-year-old provides cover around the infield and also saw ample playing time in center field during spring training. Center is one of the weak spots in the Guardians' lineup, which has already seen Myles Straw waived and unlikely to make the major-league roster. The left-handed Estevan Florial and right-handed Ramon Laureano could also see time in center -- Freeman also bats right, so a favorable platoon situation is unlikely.
Mar 4 2024Freeman has gone 4-for-14 over six Cactus League games. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman has a home run, three RBI and two stolen bases so far this spring. A natural infielder, Freeman is blocked by Jose Ramirez at third base (his natural position) and Andres Gimenez at second base. Shortstop remains wide open, and Freeman is also getting looks in center field this spring, where he's competing with Myles Straw and Estevan Florial. Versatility should be a boon for Freeman's quest to begin 2024 in the majors even if he has to settle for a short-side platoon role.
Oct 1 2023Freeman went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Sunday's 5-2 loss to the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman homered twice over his last four games of the season, giving him four long balls on the year. The infielder also posted a .242/.295/.366 slash line over 168 plate appearances. He added 18 RBI, 20 runs scored and five stolen bases, and he should have a chance to compete for a larger role in spring training next year.
Sep 29 2023Freeman went 2-for-5 with a three-run home run in Friday's 7-5 win over the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The multi-hit effort was Freeman's first since July 9, though is playing time has been limited. The 24-year-old infielder has gone 9-for-40 (.225) over 17 games in September while swatting two of his three homers for the season. He's batting .242 with a .645 OPS, five stolen bases, 17 RBI and 19 runs scored through 62 contests overall.
Sep 28 2023Freeman went 1-for-3 with an RBI, a run scored and a stolen base in Wednesday's 4-3 win over the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman got the Guardians on the board with an RBI single in the bottom of the second to score Ramon Laureano and later came around to score the team's second run after stealing second. It was only the third baseman's seventh hit this month, where he's now batting .200 with six RBI, four runs scored and two stolen bases.
Sep 5 2023Freeman went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Monday's 20-6 loss to the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman has homered twice over his last four games, though that's in a stretch dating back to Aug. 26. The young infielder isn't seeing steady playing time as the Guardians instead lean on veterans while trying to compete for the AL Central lead. Freeman has added nine RBI, 15 runs scored and three stolen bases while slashing .238/.306/.354 over 126 plate appearances this season.
Aug 27 2023Freeman went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Saturday's 8-3 loss to the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Getting the start at third base and batting seventh, Freeman hooked a slow curve from Hyun Jin Ryu over the wall in left field in the fifth inning for his first career homer in the majors. The 24-year-old seems to be settling into a short-side platoon role all over the infield, but since returning from the IL in mid-August he's gone just 2-for-20 with six strikeouts.
Aug 16 2023Freeman (shoulder) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman missed the last two weeks of action with a shoulder issue. Brayan Rocchio and Gabriel Arias have been seeing action at shortstop for the Guardians since the Amed Rosario trade, but Freeman could be worked into the mix.
Aug 11 2023Freeman (shoulder) is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Columbus on Friday, Tom Withers of the Associated Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman has been out of action for just over a week with shoulder soreness that first popped up Aug. 1 versus the Astros. The fact that he's already set for a rehab assignment is a positive sign that he could be activated when first eligible. What's less clear is where Freeman might fit in the Guardians' infield once he returns, as Brayan Rocchio and Gabriel Arias have both enjoyed some success with more playing time in recent weeks.
Aug 4 2023Cleveland placed Freeman on the 10-day injured list Friday, retroactive to August 2, with right shoulder soreness, Mandy Bell of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: There's no exact diagnosis yet, but Freeman will be sidelined until at least next weekend. Jose Tena is joining the Guardians on Friday and they have also acquired Kole Calhoun in a minor-league trade with the Dodgers.
Jul 10 2023Freeman went 2-for-3 with a walk and a stolen base in Sunday's loss to the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman notched multiple hits and a steal for his second straight start; however, his playing time remains sparse and his only path to a more consistent role seems to be if someone ahead of him gets injured. The 24-year-old has done well when given an opportunity and is now slashing .308/.352/.400 with six extra-base hits, four RBI, 11 runs, three steals and a 4:11 BB:K in 72 plate appearances.
Jul 4 2023Freeman went 2-for-4 with a stolen base and two runs scored in Tuesday's 6-5 extra-inning win over Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman has hit safely in just four of his last 11 games, with each of those instances being multi-hit efforts. He's stuck behind Jose Ramirez, Amed Rosario and Andres Gimenez for playing time in Cleveland's infield, but Freeman has made the most of his recent chances. For the season, he's batting .290 with a .715 OPS, four RBI, two steals, 10 runs scored, six doubles and no home runs over 68 plate appearances.
Jun 30 2023Freeman is starting at third base and batting leadoff Friday versus the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jose Ramirez is getting a designated hitter day and Steven Kwan is receiving a day off, which provides Freeman with a rare start. It's the first time the 24-year-old has batted leadoff at the major-league level.
Jun 3 2023Freeman went 1-for-2 with a walk and a stolen base in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman entered the game after Amed Rosario exited with left knee soreness. Playing time has been sparse for Freeman since his May 6 recall -- this was just the ninth game he's appeared in since that date. He's batting .286 with two doubles, two walks and three runs scored through 30 plate appearances on the year. If Rosario is forced to miss time, some combination of Freeman, Gabriel Arias and Brayan Rocchio would likely compete to fill the void at shortstop.
May 6 2023Freeman was recalled by the Guardians on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Freeman spent a few days in the big leagues in April, going 2-for-7 with a double and a walk. Combined with his slightly longer cameo last season, he's now hitting .250/.319/.298 with 94 MLB plate appearances. His Triple-A numbers suggest promise, as he's hit .329/.468/.482 with 100 steals in 22 games this season, but he doesn't seem to have a path to anything more than a utility role. Oscar Gonzalez was optioned in a corresponding move.