Freddie Freeman's emotional press conference in first trip back to Atlanta

Freddie Freeman gives an emotional press conference as he makes his first trip back to Atlanta after signing with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
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[@gabrieljordan3982]

As a Braves fan. I will always miss freddie. One of the best personality's and the kindest person in baseball. It really showed his emotions in this interview. Freddie will always be a brave in my mind. LOVE YOU FREDDIE

[@RogueNinja16]

I feel like its so groundbreaking for an athlete, of any sport, to be so emotional. Bravo to Freddie for being so authentic. We love you forever

[@theravagedgrapefruit8190]

Lol

[@christiancoates609]

Mike Schmidt retirement speech

[@MaryMack.]

I don’t care what anyone says. I miss Freddie a lot. I just want him back.

[@rwwilson21]

Well if you look closely at Olson and Freddie contracts, they are basically the same. If he “truly” misses the Braves, he should demand a trade back to them. Freeman for Olson. Hell, dodgers would be getting a younger player with two years more on his contract. But Freddie won’t bc he’s on stacked lineup that will get him the postseason and most likely the World Series. So in nutshell he doesn’t give a shit about the Braves.

[@dicktracy5066]

Olson is overrated

[@rwwilson21]

@@dicktracy5066 clearly. What is he batting .252 10 hrs and 39 RBI. And ppl were saying he would be batting way better than that bc he'd be batting at a stadium with less foul ground and a low hr wall. Freddie on the other hand is batting .304 8 hrs and 45 RBI. hmm....I wonder who's better!?!?

[@rexgreene9090]

@@rwwilson21 You don’t know where I can actually find the numbers in the two deals do you?

[@jonathanwilson2109]

I wish Freddie would come back to the braves too

[@luisalvarado5519]

Ive been watching MLB since 1979 and this is the first time I see a player getting so emotional way to emotional to be back to his former team , man he really deeply love the braves organization. dodgers is his new challange but totally his heart will be always be in Atlanta no matter what!

[@lewislovelord8977]

I'm almost 50. I've never seen this in baseball either but I feel it. I remember him and Heyward in Spring Training when a young Freddie was almost too shy to talk to the camera. Love this dude.

[@iceseth9961]

I miss Freddie so much man. The heart and hustle he brought to the game was awesome. I wish he would’ve just taken that contract and all would be well. But can’t be sad it’s over, gotta be happy it happened.

[@jamesjefferson3809]

I applaud Freddie for somehow keeping it together during this press conference. The fact that he even chose to speak to the media before the game given the emotion surrounding his return to Atlanta is nothing short of classy.

[@amonrodriguez3518]

What are you talking about he’s a mess lol. I mean he got through it but the man’s crying before it even starts

[@samwill226]

@@amonrodriguez3518 Lol I was thinking the same thing.

[@justinwaddell2956]

What exactly did he keep together? LOL

[@tulsaperson]

You can’t not love this guy. I’m not even a Braves or Dodgers fan but this guy is someone special. He’s one of the great ones

[@migueljr5037]

He 100% regrets his decision, you can’t tell me otherwise.

[@charlesyaryan6619]

I agree, their is not one player in Baseball who returned to a former teams stadium with this form of emotion in the slightest.... It takes true sadness and pain to get emotional at this level. He was torn up All day Friday... even as the game began he was still fighting tears.

[@Hupomone]

ABSOLUTELY.

[@wandal.7636]

It wasn’t his decision in the end. The Braves acquired Matt Olson before Freddie even knew the Braves weren’t going to resign him. Alex Anthopoulos did Freddie wrong.

[@charlesyaryan6619]

@@wandal.7636 AA did nothing wrong. You proved to me you did not do adequate research on this. His agent cost him his return

[@562LA2THEBAY]

He got did dirty by his agent

[@mikegable9317]

Freddie is who you tell your son to imitate when they take the field, he's such a good dude and he's a lot more than an awesome baseball player, you just can't replace what he brought to the team, AA should've given Freddie what he wanted and deserved, you'll be missed #5 and we appreciate you!

[@YogSoth]

The $25 million difference in offers will only affect Freeman’s progeny many generations down the road. Maybe only 10 generations of his family wouldn’t have to work instead of 11. It’s nice to see that he realizes now that greed isn’t always good. Unfortunately he’ll have to live with his decision to turn his back on the organization that made him one of the most privileged and wealthy individuals in history (literally in the top 0.00000001% of earners- not a made up number by the way) for a relatively small sum. He can cry and talk as much as he wants, but in the end money was the only thing that really mattered to him. I feel sorry for your children if those are the values you want to instill in them.

[@Blop934]

@@YogSoth hm? That’s obviously not what he meant and tbh no way he only cared about money i mean do you see his reaction people are so werid man I mean seriously are u that mad that he went to the dodgers that you have to write THIS about him TuRn HiS BaCk shut up dude he’s not doing it only for the money I mean can you not see this reaction is genuine someone doing it for the money doesn’t do this and there’s no reason for him to even fake this like cmon why is everyone a bad guy

[@YogSoth]

@@Blop934 I don’t think he’s faking anything, I think he’s realizing fully for the first time just how bad of a decision he made. I don’t think he’s a bad guy either, just not someone to emulate. He obviously doesn’t like the decision he made so I don’t think it’s a valuable lesson to teach kids.

[@Blop934]

@@YogSoth oh I misunderstood your a comment a little I thought you were thinking he was faking it and was only playing baseball for money which didn’t make sense at first but I guess your right him coming back to Atlanta probably did trigger something

[@YSoSirius-ks7lo]

@@YogSoth Debbie fucking Downer over here HOLY SHIT dude, have a beer and smile for once in your life. This guy is a CLASS ACT in the game and should DEFINITELY be a role model to ANY kid out there. If you disagree then you are someone i would NEVER want to be around. Have a good day buddy.

[@amonrodriguez3518]

Man Atlanta fans are pretty awesome. I remember watching Matt Ryan dressing up in disguise and surprising fans. The team was having a bad couple years, but every single one that they showed. The fans would light up and were so happy to see him. And reading these comments, good fan base

[@drewhanson936]

Atlanta loves you MVFree. Thank you for your dedication to Braves country and helping our city finally getting another championship. It hurt watching you leave but I wish nothing but the best for you. Even if u are a Dodger.

[@barrycowan3540]

Freddie just seems to be such a decent, likeable and genuine human being. I admired him as a ballplayer before, but since he came to my Dodgers, I've gotten to see him and hear him in another way. As Trea Turner said tonight post-game, "We all love Freddie."

[@destructocid]

He’ll never look right in a dodger uniform

[@angelahouston5899]

I can’t even look at him in a Dodgers uniform 😢

[@gilberthernandez6211]

I'm a true blue SF Giants fan who happens to have moved to Atlanta in 2015. I gotta say though that I really appreciated what Freddie brought to the ballpark everyday with the Braves and was shocked to hear he was going to the Dodgers earlier this year. Gotta say I miss seeing him here in Atlanta. Watching this made me sad because it's just not right for him to be there in LA. I know business is business but sometimes the things that matter most are bigger than the business bottom line. Hope to see him back in Atlanta sooner than later. Class act dude!

[@jamesanderson8861]

Agree 100%

[@bosshoggish1]

Braves fan from Atlanta, here in the Bay Area...what a run for the Giant's from 2010-14! Best Ball Park in the league goes to the Giants.

[@dolbra4]

Wow... What can one say after seeing this? The man is a class act... If all is right in the world, Freddie comes back and ends his career in a Braves uniform. I'm proud that he wore a Braves uniform...

[@missyguillebeau9966]

This is heartbreaking! Can’t he just tell the Dodgers he changed his mind and wants to stay in Atlanta! Braves Nation loves you and wishes you the best! ❤️⚾️

[@suzettecone8050]

Oh! We all love Freddie and miss him so much!! He was such an important of this team and we are blessed that we all we able to take on his sunshine and keep on his positive attitude!! Let’s keep the hugs going. ❤️

[@wewillnotlose]

Not a Braves fan but I live here in ATL, and this guy meant a lot to the City and the City and organization meant a lot to him. I know what it’s like to leave a place I was at for a long time and come back just for a visit you get emotional 🥹. If anyone is hating they need to stop

[@Hjavhdjang]

Welcome home Freddie!! Us braves definitely miss you! You are a great guy and an amazing ball player! I will admit I had some tears in my eyes watching the tribute video and the ring ceremony😭😭Once a brave always a brave❤️Forever love Freddie! We appreciate you and all that you did for us!

[@09LilFitz]

This is just too much, I dont know if even I can finish the video. Its so full of raw emotion. Freddie Freeman will forever be a Brave no matter the uniform!

[@perijetton9275]

We miss you and love you Freddie! You will always be an Atlanta Brave to me!

[@orangechicken321f3]

Bro you should have told your agent I want to stay in Atlanta no matter what the cost was.....

[@Danny_On_Wheels44]

Exactly no excuse not telling his agent to make a deal no matter what. But they made Braves wait, they had to trade for Olsen if Freeman's Agent stalls.

[@jeremiah_12]

@@Danny_On_Wheels44 Yep, the risk of losing Freeman and missing out on Olson was over 80% because the Yankees and other teams were very high on Matt Olson. Unfortunate event but a deal had to be made quickly.

[@Danny_On_Wheels44]

@@jeremiah_12 I love Freeman but his agent fucked up, don't leave it all up to him. AA even hated doing it imo.

[@michaelbest7447]

Freddie Freeman is the best of all of us and deserves to be happy wherever he is and whatever he does. I’m a Braves fan and loved seeing him in ATL again but now I’d like to see the Dodgers faithful give him a standing O when he gets back there and let him know why he’ll be happy in LA now.

[@annseay6374]

Freddie will always be a Brave! His heart & soul is with Atlanta. He was the glue that held together the team. He is truly missed with the Braves❤️⚾️❤️⚾️

[@aidangertson3190]

I miss Freddie so much. He was my one of my favorite players to watch growing up and it hurts that he’s no longer with us. I love him.

[@ThaCrustyOne]

#FACTS

[@joejordan1259]

Well hes gone

[@rexgreene9090]

I would still like to know what really happened. If I’m not wrong his contract and Olson’s are close. So why did he leave?

[@SWWonders]

@@rexgreene9090 agent was wanting to get him an extra year but the money was about the same…you’re looking a man who knows he made a bad decision and should have stepped into negotiations with his agent

[@rexgreene9090]

@@SWWonders I’m talking about in the end how do the contracts compare. Seems like he and Olson got about the same.

[@TheDparham]

Love you Freddie. Great ballplayer... even Greater man.Forever loved by Braves fans everywhere.

[@ThaCrustyOne]

Class act…….all around. Atlanta loves you Freddy…that will never change. #5 will be put on a pennant in the stadium. Thank you for all your love, hard work and sacrifice..We wish you nothing but the best for you, your beautiful family and your outstanding career! Love you bro!! 🔥🔥💯💯🤘🤘🍻🍻🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@gralton]

His number won’t ever be retired 😂😂😂

[@tomasserrut9944]

We're with you Champ! Freeman 5 forever!

[@jerrymansfield3133]

Mad respect for Freddy. Consumate Ball Player. Hope he finds his way back to ATL.

[@チーズと珈琲]

I don't understand English perfectly because I'm Japanese.But I can tell that Mr.Freddie Freeman is great person and dearly loved by everyone.

[@itzmethegamer1015]

I miss Freddie so much… I really love Freddie and I wish he stayed here and he has always been a really good player I love him.

[@pokerface98932]

wow didn't think he would show this much emotion coming back.

[@lesliewebsterjr.2818]

Atl. is home for Freddie

[@charlesyaryan6619]

It is because the man made a mistake going to LA and he knows it. No player in Baseball returned to their old stadium with this kind of emotion. This is deep down emotion he has been holding back.... He does not want to leave and go back to LA, He wants to put that Braves Uni back on and stay a Brave.

[@charliep123]

How can anyone not love him.

[@robbiehudson4290]

Miss Freddie so much and everything he meant to the Braves, the city, the fans and everything the game stands for. I know the players want financial security for themselves and their families but, if you could take the vulture agents out of the mix and the greedy owners, the game could/would be more pure and truly fan based and a joy that every dad could take their kids to and be an eight year old again. The game is beautiful in itself, it’s like most other things in life that we don’t see the ugly behind the scenes. God bless Freddie and his family and who knows what God has in store, he may still yet wear that Braves jersey again someday!

[@lindahutchens8612]

Robbie Hudson Some players are greedy also; let's not forget the agents work for the players and the players have the last say,

[@caleb.e7880]

Freddie, Welcome...Home...😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@luisurena9955]

Dodgers fan here… thankful to have this guy on our team… but the amount of love he received as a Brave is way more than he’ll have as a Dodger though we still show him love. There are just some players that just have as a lifetime player for a certain team written all over them: Posey, Mauer, Kersh, ‘Tuve, Jeter, Papi. Cutch also feels like a player who should’ve stayed.

[@itzmethegamer1015]

At 10 minutes I was trying to finish this but it broke my heart I love you Freddie I really do I respect you so much man you deserve that ring more then all of us you deserve it have fun in LA you deserve it you will be mvp agian before you retire we all love you.

[@tydesha03]

Seeing Freddie in a different uniform…especially at Truist…will always sting! Braves country wants him back. His heart is clearly still in Atlanta! ❤️

[@marinyawnyaw084]

I have never seen a man do devastated . I will coutiueue to support he🎉

[@mattstrickland4156]

We appreciate you my friend!

[@dwightmcqueen5771]

A great man and a true roll model for kids

[@brianconnelly1238]

Freddie Freeman spent close to half his life on the planet with the Braves organization, I can see why he was so emotional, like he said countless times, the Braves and the fans, they mean the world to him

[@ShiksaWithChutzpah1]

Freddie will be back in Atlanta, either as a player or a coach or in some position of importance with the team. I think this past weekend he found out some things that led to him firing his agent.

[@lewislovelord8977]

Agreed. Obviously he's a professional bat but even L.A. knows where Freddie's heart is. So much money, I'm not sure what kind of deal can be made or what L.A. would receive in return?

[@williamlevy1981]

That RING IS AMAZING ! PHUCK. THAT RING IS EVERYTHING FOR BRAVES FANS WHO HAVE BEEN DYING FOR ANOTHER SINCE THE 1999 World Series sweep and that team aged out when Bobby Cox & Chipper Jones retired.

[@stephenallen5939]

This is a man that has been letting too many other people make decisions for him. He is a broken man because of his love for a city, he knows deep down, he shouldn't have left. He realizes at this moment, Chipper Jones was the only one giving him the truth...and he'll never be to LA what is is/was to the fans in ATLANTA. Sucks man, Freddie let others wreck his legacy.

[@thearbiter3369]

His legacy is still fine. It's just sad to see him regret his decision. Btw there was a second offer from the braves that his agent didn't make him aware. Freddie freeman's legacy is always gonna be an all star caliber player and consistently a top hitter. Him playing for dodgers didn't ruin a thing man

[@ravenenemy6176]

@@thearbiter3369 him bring a dodger is just stupid. I can’t believe his manager literally wanted him to leave a organization that he has been with for over a decade

[@billywinfield5487]

Freddie, you love your old team. Totally get that. You're a real man of God🕊️✝️

[@King-xg8cn]

As a dodger fan this brings a tear to my eye to see Freddie show emotions

[@EmGrace4012]

Love him. Wish he was back 💙♥️

[@jamiewilson3668]

As a Nats fan I have immense respect for this man, and have for a long time.

[@danielhetue6968]

Poor Freddie Freeman totally understands how much the Braves meant everything to him even as a Dodger. There will be times when players and people like him make tough decisions leaving organizations that felt like treasures and families to them.

[@andrewdavis9533]

Love you Freddie

[@lukeschroter9276]

man he's really showing us the waterworks. No but in all seriousness Freddie Freeman is a hell of player and even more so a hell of a guy

[@rshrsh5420]

In life MANY people do things to help you along and you CANNOT always pay them back. You can see how loyal Freddie Freeman is to those that paved the way. Hopefully we all learn from this true example of what a man does

[@tonylashmit2613]

Wished the powers to be could have had a premonition to see how Freddie would be during this press conference and seen where his heart is and they would have made Freddie a permanent Brave.

[@bjarne312]

Forever a Braves legend❤️

[@baconbap]

Poor guy. He must have been thoroughly exhausted by the end of the series. Blessings to you and your family, Freddie.

[@carlosfierro1916]

Class act, any team would be so fortunate to have him.

[@TheRealBCD]

They're all just kids at heart. It's not just a game.

[@derekstiles5801]

Love ya Freddie. Thanks for everything. -❤️Atlanta

[@strikeout77777]

thanks freddie for the past years, please don't hit a home run off us and I will be less mad that you went to LA. We got a young stud of Olson now.

[@thaddeusganster1295]

I have a whole lot of respect for Freddie Freeman. I respect him for what he has done for the Atlanta Braves as a Philadelphia Phillies Fan i respect Freddie. Thank You Freddie Freeman for an unbelievable season with the Atlanta Braves.

[@1TRZZ]

You did Great ‘ 😌 Braves _country feels every expression ‘ thank you “and we love you Bro 🫡💯🫡 #5 Freddie Freeman

[@moparedtn]

Pure class and the heart and soul of the Braves for so long... Some seriously well paid people made one hell of a mistake to let him go and should be held accountable. Those who swear by stats, those who see players as interchangeable puzzle parts don't or can't understand what the game is actually all about - and what losing Freddie will ultimately cost the Braves for a long time to come.....but Freddie and the fans know. Once in a generation, man.

[@moonoggin]

When you're a part of a team .. it's like family. You'll always be family to Braves fans. May God Bless you Freddie!! Chop chop Go Braves!! Be at peace Freddie. We love you!!

[@leskobrandon3497]

I think a lot of the emotion is because he knows Atlanta has SO MUCH love and respect for him, and that must have made leaving very hard , but at the end of the day you do what's best for your family ..

[@1showtime_tj]

We miss you to freddie

[@kristymason7662]

Freddie!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Miss him so much 😭!

[@The_Big_Smoochie]

Regret. That's what I feel from FF in this interview. Total and complete regret. He and his agent messed up and he knows it. He still wants to be a Brave and he knows he should still be one.

[@blake50802]

You are my hero Freddy no matter where you go!!!

[@blake50802]

I hope you see this sir

[@gregorywillis8400]

He realize he left a city who fan base revered him for reasons that was shaky outside of talent. In LA he’s just one of the guys and the 5 or 6 best player on the team. Atlanta fan base is really people who live outside the city.

[@adamducey2717]

I miss you Freddie Freeman

[@chelbel2374]

We shouldnt carry grudges or hate on our Hearts. No room for them💖💖💖💖💖💖💖🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏💯💯💯💯💯

[@jesselancaster7]

Can't believe he's not a brave 😔😔😔😔😔

[@marybethwalker.greatjob7846]

Freddie we love you and miss you big!!! You had to make a decision for you and your family and it couldn’t have been easy! Wishing you all the best because you are the main man⚾️⚾️⚾️

[@Danny_On_Wheels44]

The right decision was to stay a Brave imo.

[@223dmr7]

@@Danny_On_Wheels44 wasn't his call he was done dirty. He needs to fire his agent.

[@mightbegenius]

A-town loves you Freddie. That love will never die.

[@luislooez201]

I’m a Mets fan but this right here…damn! Talking bout loyalty!

[@brandonshadix2580]

Im crying with ya freddie

[@slkccnrn]

AWW, WE ❤️ YOU, FREDDIE!!!

[@reggiethecommenter9137]

I love the Braves. I love the Freddie. That being said, that is the nastiest towel of 2022.

[@jeremiah_12]

Lol, every inch is snotty. Burn it🤣.

[@jonathanwilson2109]

I wish I could meet Freddie Freeman and hug him

[@Christine-ux5lw]

He got screwed by his agent. He belongs with the BRAVES. This man’s ❤ is in Atlanta.

[@marvinking147]

When Freddie Freeman ends his time with the Dodgers, he will retire an Atlanta Brave. You're forever family in Braves country. Much love Freddie 💯

[@justinleuschen3802]

We miss you Freddie just glad to doing okay man. That’s all that matters you’ll always be a brave to us

[@chelbel2374]

Mindset on the highest. We feel, We hear, We embrace We love ,We support the support,,🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@223dmr7]

Freddie doesn't want to be a dodger.

[@devilzdandruff9199]

This dude should be a Brave. It’s pretty obvious.

[@mmcleod111]

Wow. Thanks for everything FF.

[@user-ow3jl5dp5o]

What he was saying in all those words is there is no family feel in LA you're just a number this late in your career...should of stayed in ATL ! Nothing like southern hospitality...I know what he's talking bout moving from south to LA it's like a new world 🌎 🙃

[@baconbap]

We Dodger fans and Angelenos love you Freddie, and are so glad you are part of our team.

[@eprohoda]

bro- yo!that's perfect video!💫

[@drjeff1979]

Freddie would do anything to go back to ATL.

[@trentmullins1916]

Apparently his agent didn’t inform him of the contract atlanta offered him & was informed of it during his return im sure this added to all his emotions knowing he could have stayed but wasn’t informed by his agent which he has fired.

[@stephaniemalhotra3366]

I want him back!!!

[@lesliewebsterjr.2818]

Atlanta raised Freddie. It's Tough to return to a place that laced him with ultimate hospitality. Atl is home, and Freddie's a Westcoast guy.

[@gailgoodman4104]

Seems like his new team would think why the hell did he ever sign with us. He doesn't want to play with us.

[@willshuman1025]

Braves fans will never not love Freddie!

[@Dolphinwolf-r7t]

Shouldn't have happened like this. Freddie should still be with the Braves.

[@mannymota2871]

Freddie Freeman got emotional because he is moving to the Dodgers

[@sheasummey9078]

I miss you I'm crying with you bc u mean so much to Atlanta

[@stevesand8845]

His agent messed up, but his consolation to go to his home town and be a top player on the dodgers….not bad…. He’s going to be fine and he will be awesome as a dodger, people gotta give him a break…… some people are emotional but there is NO ONE you would rather have in the box with the game on the line…. Maybe mookie lol…. I’m a Braves fan, but a big mookie and Freddie fan

[@addisoncook1408]

I LOVE FREDDIE! HE IS AM IDOL AND CREATED A LEGEND! ❤️💙🤍