Joe Buck angers Braves fans by discussing Freddie Freeman's pending f atlanta braves game issued jersey ree agency following World Series home run

November 3, 2021 By Zac Al-Khateeb 0

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Braves fans were treated to a cathartic moment in Game 6 of the World Series on Tuesday when five-time All-Star and 2020 National League MVP Freddie Freeman delivered a solo home run in the top of the seventh inning to give Atlanta a 7-0 lead.

FVineyard Vines reeman's homer not only lengthened the Braves' lead, but it also made the organization's first World Series title since 1995 seem that much closer. That Freeman — drafte 90s atlanta braves jersey d by the Braves in 2007 — has spent the entirety of his professional career in Atlanta made it that much better for fans.

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Naturally, Fox broadcaster Joe Buck used the moment to remind everyone of Freeman's pending free-agent status, noting how he homered in what might be his last at-bat in atlanta braves tom glavine jersey a Braves uniform — much to the chagrin of Atlanta faithful who just wanted to enjoy the moment:

To be sure, Freeman — making his first World Series trip in 2021 — does not want to leave Atlanta. Reports indicate th nike atlanta braves jersey at he and the organizatMLB Pajamas| Keychains ion are working on a new contract, but there still is a gap between the two p atlanta braves jersey small arties that makes free agency a possibility for one of the franchise's most beloved players. He discussed his impending status with media during the World Series.

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"I'm trying to not think about that," Freeman said before Game 3 vs. Houston, a 2-0 Braves win. "Yeah, I did — I MLB Trading Cardswas talking to my agent yesterday actually, and it kind of came up that this is three more games here. I haven't envisioned playing anywhere else because I haven't gotten to that point yet."

Apparently, Freeman isn't the only one trying not to think about it. Scores of Braves fans took to Twitter following Buck's comments, criticiMLB Car Accessorieszing him for ruining what should have been a storybook moment.

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