Freddie Freeman Lauds Justin Verlander In Interview After Dodgers' Game 3 Win
After the Dodgers' win over the Braves on Tuesday night, a wholesome moment between two future Hall-of-Famers on a night full of stars stole the show.
Justin Verlander joined MLB on FOX's coverage of the National League Division Series on Tuesday night, assembling the most accomplished group of analysts ever.
There were 50 All-Star appearances on set between Verlander, Alex Rodriguez, David Ortiz, Derek Jeter and Dontrelle Willis.
Game 3 of the Dodgers' series against the Braves saw reigning World Series MVP Yoshinobu Yamamoto start opposite 10-time All-Star Chris Sale.
After Dodgers legend Kike Hernández hit a two-run homer to give L.A. the lead in the third inning, Freddie Freeman hit a solo shot off Sale two batters later.
Yamamoto struck out 10 over seven innings of one-run ball to seal the win.
After the game, Freeman joined the crew of stars and was surprised when it was Verlander's turn to ask a question.
"Hold on, ‘J,’" Freeman said, before reflecting on Verlander's memorable exit during the final start of his career back on Sept.
27.
"Congratulations, that was so awesome to watch in that final start.
Congratulations on the Hall-of-Fame career.
Miss you and congrats." Freeman was referring to the final start of Verlander's career, which saw him throw five innings of two-run ball.
The three-time Cy Young Award winner and 2011 American League MVP got the win over the Orioles.
It was the moment after the start that will remain in fans' minds forever.
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