Freddie Freeman Surpasses Chipper Jones in Doubles\u2014But Braves Fans Feel the Sting<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nLOS ANGELES, CA<\/strong> \u2013 Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman<\/strong> recently reached a major career milestone, moving into 32nd on MLB\u2019s all-time doubles list<\/strong> with 550 doubles. While this achievement cements Freeman\u2019s place among baseball\u2019s elite hitters, the milestone carries a bittersweet sting for Atlanta Braves fans\u2014because Freeman passed Hall of Famer Chipper Jones<\/strong> while wearing a rival uniform.<\/p>\n
\nFreeman\u2019s Milestone and Reflection<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nFreeman, who spent 12 stellar seasons with the Braves<\/strong>, shared his thoughts on surpassing his mentor:<\/p>\n\n\u201cYeah, I would say so. I know he\u2019ll tell me he\u2019s still got me in homers. But yeah, Chipper has meant a lot to me. My approach and the inside line of the batter\u2019s box\u2014he told me to hit the ball through the wall, not over the wall. He definitely meant a lot to me earlier in my career.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\nThe milestone underlines Freeman\u2019s consistent excellence but also amplifies the mixed emotions of Braves fans, who remember his roots in Atlanta.<\/p>\n
\nFreeman vs. Jones: Legacy and Mentorship<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n![\"Freddie](\"https:\/\/images2.minutemediacdn.com\/image\/upload\/c_crop,x_667,y_240,w_1699,h_955\/c_fill,w_720,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto\/images\/ImagnImages\/mmsport\/229\/01knhg5brqmyy1dj2qrk.jpg\")
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Chipper Jones was more than just a Hall of Famer for Braves fans. He embodied loyalty<\/strong>, having spent his entire career in Atlanta after being drafted in the first round of the 1990 MLB Draft.<\/p>\nFreeman, though exceptional on the field, didn\u2019t replicate that sense of lifelong allegiance. After leading the Braves to a World Series title<\/strong>, he chose to sign with the Dodgers, citing personal goals and a longer contract, even after Atlanta offered a five-year, $135 million deal<\/strong>.<\/p>\nJones weighed in on Freeman\u2019s decision:<\/p>\n
\n\u201cI do not agree with the way this was handled on Freddie’s side. If you want to play in Atlanta, you play in Atlanta. You maybe take a little less to be happy and play in a place that is comfortable for you.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\nFreeman\u2019s choice to join Los Angeles allowed him to secure a sixth year and chase additional financial security, but it also meant leaving the Braves\u2019 fans with a lingering sense of what could have been.<\/p>\n
\nDodgers Success vs. Braves Departure<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nFreeman\u2019s career has flourished in Los Angeles. He has won two World Series titles<\/strong> with the Dodgers, maintaining elite production at first base. Meanwhile, the Braves, led by Matt Olson<\/strong>, have found stability at first base despite Freeman\u2019s departure. Olson, four years younger and more durable, has eased the transition.<\/p>\nEven with the Braves performing well without him, the emotional impact of seeing Freeman pass Chipper Jones in doubles is felt by long-time Atlanta fans.<\/p>\n
\nA Milestone That Cuts Both Ways<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nFreeman\u2019s achievement highlights his consistency and longevity<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n- 550 doubles<\/strong> in a 17-year career<\/li>\n
- Surpassing a franchise legend in a career category<\/li>\n
- A testament to his skill and work ethic<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Yet, the milestone also serves as a reminder of Freeman\u2019s departure from Atlanta<\/strong>, making it a bittersweet moment for fans who hoped he would follow in Jones\u2019 footsteps both on and off the field.<\/p>\n
\nWhat Braves Fans Think<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n![\"Chipper](\"https:\/\/assets-cms.thescore.com\/uploads\/image\/file\/498043\/w640xh480_GettyImages-1178839100.jpg?ts=1645049115\")
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Freeman\u2019s milestone stirred a mix of pride and frustration:<\/p>\n
\n- Pride in his accomplishments and skill<\/li>\n
- Frustration that it occurred while wearing a Dodgers uniform<\/li>\n
- Reflection on what might have been if Freeman had remained in Atlanta<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Freeman\u2019s story exemplifies the complex interplay of loyalty, career decisions, and legacy<\/strong> in modern professional sports.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Freddie Freeman Surpasses Chipper Jones in Doubles\u2014But Braves Fans Feel the Sting LOS ANGELES, CA \u2013 Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman recently reached a major… <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":173941,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-173936","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-mlb"],"yoast_head":"\n
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