Dodgers Notes: Freddie Freeman’s Son Update, Former Top LA Prospect Signs in Japan, River Ryan Praised

After tough tests in Houston and San Diego, the Dodgers begin a three-game series Friday against the Oakland A’s. The series ought to give the Dodgers a chance to make up some ground lost in the standings — they currently lead the Padres by a mere 4.5 games.

Here’s all the headlines you might have missed:

Freddie Freeman’s Wife Provides Update on Son’s Health Emergency

Freddie Freeman’s young son Maximus has shown “miraculous” improvements following a severe health scare, Chelsea Freeman shared on social media. This news comes to light after Freddie was placed on the Family Emergency List, missing key games which saw the Dodgers go 1-4 in his absence. The family remains hopeful for Maximus’ full recovery as he battles a rare neurological disorder, Guillain-Barré syndrome.

River Ryan’s Impressive MLB Start Receives High Praise

Rookie pitcher River Ryan delivered a stunning performance against the Houston Astros, and his performance received strongly applause by the opposing team’s manager. Despite a controversial decision by Dave Roberts to pull him out early, Ryan’s efforts led the Dodgers to a 6-2 victory.

Former Dodgers Prospect Finds New Beginnings in Japan

Jeter Downs, a former Dodgers prospect once traded for star Mookie Betts, has signed with the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks in Japan after a stint with the New York Yankees’ Triple-A team. Downs aims to rejuvenate his career in Nippon Professional Baseball following modest achievements in MLB.

Injury Sidelines Newly Traded Dodgers Infielder for the Season

Three days before he was packaged by the Dodgers in a trade to the Chicago White Sox, prospect Alexander Albertus was placed on the injured list at low Class-A Rancho Cucamonga. The promising infielder now will miss the remainder of the season due to a stress reaction in his left tibia.

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