Freddie Freeman on Paternity List, Ryan Ward Makes MLB Debut for Dodgers
Dodgers' Freeman on paternity list; Ward recalled
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The Los Angeles Dodgers placed first baseman Freddie Freeman on the paternity list and recalled Ryan Ward from Triple-A Oklahoma City. Ward, who will make his major league debut against the Colorado Rockies, was the Pacific Coast League MVP in 2025 and has performed well in the minors.
- 01Freddie Freeman placed on paternity list by the Dodgers.
- 02Ryan Ward recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma City for his MLB debut.
- 03Ward was the Pacific Coast League MVP in 2025, hitting 36 home runs.
- 04He batted .324 with four home runs in 18 games this season at Triple-A.
- 05Freeman is hitting .296 with three home runs and 14 RBIs this season.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers have placed first baseman Freddie Freeman on the paternity list as he and his wife, Chelsea, expect their fourth child. In his absence, the Dodgers recalled Ryan Ward, a 28-year-old prospect, from Triple-A Oklahoma City, marking his major league debut. Ward, who was selected in the eighth round of the 2019 draft, has spent seven years in the Dodgers' farm system. He excelled in the Pacific Coast League, earning MVP honors in 2025 after hitting 36 home runs and driving in 122 runs. This season, he batted .324 with four home runs in 18 games for Oklahoma City. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts praised Ward's journey, emphasizing that he has had to earn his spot in the major leagues. Freeman is currently having a solid season, hitting .296 with three home runs and 14 RBIs.
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