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Los Angeles Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Freddie Freeman MLB Network documentary showcases storied career, and his vulnerability
A young Freddie Freeman slipped down a water slide, two orange inflatable floaties hoisting his arms — and body weight — above the water. 'Here comes Freddie,' calls out Rosemary Freeman, Freddie's mother, early in the MLB Network Presents documentary 'Driven: The Freddie Freeman Story' — set to debut on MLB Network on Thursday at 5 p.m. Pacific (and will re-run at 9:30 p.m.). The moment of archival footage, coordinating producer Jed Tuminaro said, caused Freddie Freeman to choke up watching his late mother — who died when the Dodgers star first baseman was 10 years old — say his name. Freeman wears his emotions on his sleeve, and in 'Driven: The Freddie Freeman Story,' the 35-year-old showcases vulnerability about his journey from Atlanta to Los Angeles, his son Max's encounter with Guillain-Barré syndrome and most recently his World Series Most Valuable Player heroics. 'He'll cry on the field, he'll cry away from the field,' said Paul Solga, a producer on the documentary. 'Going back through the interview, that was the best stuff, and that was the stuff that really popped out from his interview. When we were putting it all together, that stuff rose to the top, and we thought it was a great way to showcase not only the player, but the person.' Freddie Freeman, the teammate, is a through-line throughout the documentary. Near the end of the documentary, Freeman says, 'When you talk to people about former players, it's not usually about Oh, was he a good player?... Was he a good dude?' The production crew interviewed a handful of former and current teammates who convey the latter. Freeman's best friend in baseball, Jason Heyward — who played with Freeman on both the Braves and the Dodgers — as well as Dansby Swanson, Mookie Betts and Justin Turner, all speak to Freeman's journey across 16 years in the pros, a career that's still ongoing. Even both managers Freeman won a World Series with, Brian Snitker of the Braves and the Dodgers' Dave Roberts, have plenty to say about not only the ballplayer he is, but emphasized the person, and what he brings to the clubhouse. 'A lot of times, if you get teammates, they give you some nice stuff,' Tuminaro said, adding that this is just the third documentary they've produced on a current player (Mike Trout and Fernando Tatis Jr. being the others). 'Oh, he hits to all fields and he makes a great play, and that's fine, and that's nice. We need that stuff. But what stood out to me, almost everybody in this, but especially teammates, seemed like they were speaking more to the person, quite often, than the ball player.' If Freddie Freeman wasn't enough of a jumping-off point for the documentary, the filmmakers interviewed his father, Fred Freeman, a source that provided a 'gold mine' of information. Tuminaro said that it's hard not to be drawn to the anecdotes and personality of Fred Freeman, an energetic and soft-spoken man, much like his son. When Solga was in Fred Freeman's home, interviewing him, he asked if there were any home tapes — archival footage — that the documentary crew could see. Fred trekked up the stairs of his home and trotted back down with an envelope filled with flash drives and photos. 'He goes, 'Here, take a look, take whatever you'd like,'' Solga said. 'And I was like, 'Are you serious?'' Tuminaro said that Fred Freeman is at the center of two of his favorite moments in the documentary — some parental honesty after Freddie's injuries throughout the 2024 postseason, and then pure glee following his son's iconic 2024 World Series grand slam. 'He provided a raw sense of emotion that I think only someone in his position could do,' Tuminaro said. Solga said that many of the documentaries MLB Network creates are focused on players of an older generation, and they come up in an era where there's less of a trail of images and videos to forage through. With Freddie, whether it was Fred or Rosemary handling the camcorder, you could see Freeman grow from a toddler to a pre-teen practicing an early version of his signature swing. The 90-minute documentary takes the viewer through Freeman's full career: loss in childhood, the decision to forgo a college commitment at Cal State Fullerton for the MLB Draft, all the way to MLB. But what fans will probably leave with after watching is another perspective on Freddie Freeman — one that pulls back the curtain on a player not often outspoken about issues beyond the ballpark. 'There are just so many ups and downs in his story, and I'm not sure if everyone's really aware of that,' Tuminaro said. 'And so many of these great moments, he's had to overcome some adversity to achieve that. … what it takes to overcome that adversity and deliver in those big moments.'
Scoop
5 days ago
- Health
- Scoop
College Supports Calls For Stronger Regulation To Address Campylobacter Epidemic
The New Zealand College of Public Health Medicine supports calls for stronger regulation to address Campylobacter infection, the largest food safety problem in this country. Contaminated fresh chicken meat is the single main source of human Campylobacter infection in Aotearoa New Zealand. A briefing by the Public Health Communication centre, published today, outlines the extent of the problem. Following a successful regulatory intervention in 2006-2007, in the past 17 years Campylobacter hospitalisation rates have increased by almost 70%, with over 9,000 cases - an average of 535 per year - attributed to contaminated chicken. College President Sir Collin Tukuitonga says the scale of the problem may come as a surprise to many and agrees it should prompt an urgent regulatory response. 'The scale of this largely silent epidemic is enormous. Campylobacter infections can be fatal and can contribute to the development of other serious diseases, such as Guillain-Barré syndrome. 'This issue requires an urgent response focussed on protecting the health of the New Zealand public. Discrepancies between reported figures from officials, and the data provided by researchers, should be taken seriously and investigated.' Tukuitonga says authorities should draw lessons from 2007, when hospitalisations more than halved after regulatory measures were introduced to reduce Campylobacter contamination levels in fresh chicken meat. 'MPI should urgently upgrade the existing regulations to markedly lower Campylobacter levels permitted on fresh poultry. And we need the reinstatement of an independent regulator.' The last major advance in reducing Campylobacter contamination of chicken meat occurred under the leadership of the NZ Food Safety Authority (NZFSA), operating as a discrete government agency from 2002 to 2010 before ultimately merging into MPI. The New Zealand College of Public Health Medicine is the professional body representing the medical specialty of public health medicine in Aotearoa New Zealand. Public Health Medicine is the branch of medicine concerned with the assessment of population health and health care needs, the development of policy and strategy, health promotion, the control and prevention of disease, and the organisation of services. For information about our mahi, members or purpose visit our website:
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Dodgers wives unite behind Chelsea Freeman in unforgettable GBS mission inspired by family pain
Dodgers wives unite behind Chelsea Freeman in unforgettable GBS mission inspired by family pain (Image Source: Getty Images) The Los Angeles Dodgers continue to be together on and off the field. As the players work hard throughout the long and grueling season, their wives often stand together in important ways. On Monday, Chelsea Freeman, Freddie Freeman's wife with the Los Angeles Dodgers, had a heartwarming experience in Los Angeles. It wasn't just a night of shopping and entertainment, it was also a night utilized to raise money for the GBS Foundation, an organization close to the heart of the Freeman family. Dodgers wives team up with Chelsea Freeman and Haeley Snell to support Guillain-Barré syndrome charity event The shopping event was funded in addition to the trendy fashion brand Paige. It brought together wives and girlfriends of nearly all of the Dodgers' players. They included Haeley Snell, wife of pitcher Blake Snell, and Cara Smith, wife of catcher Will Smith. Its purpose was to fundraise and bring awareness for the GBS Foundation, which assists those with Guillain-Barré syndrome. The condition is very rare so it's extremely dangerous and weakens the body's nervous system. Chelsea shared photos of the night on Instagram. She captioned, "Such a fun night hosting a shopping event with @paige and the @ladodgerwives supporting the GBS foundation! We had the best time!.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo There was lots of laughter, shopping, and good energy as the Dodgers' wives showed their support for the cause. They also spent quality time with each other, further affirming how close this group is. Freddie Freeman's family leads emotional GBS fight after young son's health scare Particularly given their own experience with Guillain-Barré syndrome, the Freemans found this charity event to be rather unique. Maximus, the youngest son of Freddie and Chelsea, was admitted last year for this identical disease. Though it was difficult, he got the right care and made a full recovery. Chelsea's own experience gave this cause even more significance for her. She was offering hope to others still fighting the disease by organizing this event. Also Read: 3 Things You Might Not Know About Freddie Freeman Earlier during the week, the families of the Dodgers also met for their game after the Fourth of July. Though they were thoroughly defeated at the hands of the Astros 18-1, the players and families remained following the game to see fireworks display at Dodger Stadium. Amidst the hectic baseball season, these little delights count a great deal. Even during a tough week on the diamond, the Dodgers' families had joy and purpose on the diamond. Chelsea Freeman, with help from Haeley Snell and others, hosted a special night that unified people. It benefited a great cause, commemorated the journey of the Freeman family, and reminded everyone of the great community that supports the team. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Scottish Sun
07-07-2025
- Health
- Scottish Sun
Warning to Brits getting common jab over ‘small risk' of paralysing illness
Health chiefs say there is no evidence the risk of Guillain-Barré syndrome applies to pregnant women vaccinated with the RSV jab JAB ALERT Warning to Brits getting common jab over 'small risk' of paralysing illness Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) OVER 20 people developed a potentially paralysing illness after getting the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine. The UK's medicines watchdog says the jab comes with a "small risk" of Guillain-Barré syndrome, a nerve disorder that can cause muscle weakness, numbness and, in severe cases, paralysis. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 The benefits of RSV vaccination far outweigh the tiny risk of Guillain-Barré syndrome in older adults But despite the warning, officials say the benefits of the potentially lifesaving vaccine still outweigh the risks. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has issued an alert to NHS staff after reports linked the condition to Pfizer's Abrysvo and GSK's Arexvy vaccines. The jabs are offered to older adults and pregnant women to protect against RSV - a cold-like illness that can make some people seriously ill. This includes pneumonia and bronchiolitis, an infection that causes swelling of the small airways in the lungs. Since the jab launched on the NHS this September, 1.3 million people aged 75 to 80 have been vaccinated. The Commission on Human Medicines still advises that "the benefits of vaccination against RSV outweigh the small risk of developing Guillain-Barre syndrome in older adults". In its alert, published today, the MHRA said: "Healthcare professionals should advise all recipients of Abrysvo and Arexvy that they should be alert to signs and symptoms of Guillain-Barre syndrome and, if they occur, to seek immediate medical attention as it requires urgent treatment in hospital." It warned staff to be alert to the signs and symptoms of the syndrome. There is currently no evidence of increased risk for pregnant women vaccinated with Abrysvo, the only RSV jab approved for use during pregnancy, health chiefs said in the alert. The Pfizer vaccine Abrysvo is offered on the NHS to adults aged 75 to 79 and pregnant women. The GSK vaccine Arexvy is not yet available on the NHS but may be accessible privately. What is RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) or bronchiolitis? Symptoms of Guillain-Barre syndrome can include tingling, numbness or pins and needles in feet and hands, muscle weakness and difficulty moving joints. There may also be problems breathing and drooping face muscles or trouble swallowing or speaking. Up to June 2, the MHRA received 21 Yellow Card reports of suspected Guillain-Barré in older adults after Abrysvo, out of more than 1.9 million doses given. No cases have been linked to Arexvy in the UK so far, but this vaccine has been used very little. The Yellow Card scheme is the UK's system for collecting reports of possible side effects from medicines and vaccines, helping regulators monitor safety. In the US, studies suggest nine extra Guillain-Barré cases per million doses for Abrysvo and seven per million for Arexvy.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Baldwin Park officer remembered for kind gesture to Freeman family
Chelsea Freeman, wife of Los Angeles Dodgers star Freddie Freeman, shared a personal story about a kind gesture made last year by Baldwin Park Police Officer Samuel Riveros, who was recently slain by a gunman while on duty. 'We met during the Dodgers/Mets playoffs. He came up to me, asked how my son Max was doing and handed me his police patch to give to him,' Chelsea posted on her Instagram Stories account Monday evening. 'A small gesture that meant so much.' Max Freeman was hospitalized at Children's Hospital Orange County last summer for treatment of Guillain-Barré syndrome, a rare autoimmune disorder. Riveros' kindness toward children was well-documented with videos showing the smiling officer reading to elementary school students. He was also a devoted Dodgers fan and snowboarder. On Saturday night, the nine-year veteran of the Baldwin Park Police Department was shot while responding to a call of a man firing a rifle in the street. Riveros was airlifted to USC Memorial Hospital but died from his wounds there. 'Our hearts are heavy hearing of his passing this week. Officer Samuel Riveros of the Baldwin Police Department served with honor and heart. He was an avid Dodgers fan from Pasadena,' Chelsea's post reads. 'Rest in Peace, Officer Riveros. Your kindness will never be forgotten,' states the post, which ends with a broken heart emoji and Officer Riveros' End of Watch portrait. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
