Freddie Freeman, the first baseman for the Los Angeles Dodgers, and his wife Chelsea shared on social media that their 3-year-old son Maximus has been diagnosed with Guillain-Barre syndrome, a rare neurological disorder. This news comes after Freeman was scratched from the starting lineup against Houston and placed on the family emergency list. He rushed home to be with his son and has not played since.
In their social media post, Freeman and Chelsea revealed that Maximus experienced a rapid decline and full-body paralysis, leading to his hospitalization to support his lungs. However, there has been some improvement in Maximus’s condition in recent days. He has had his breathing tube removed and was taken off a ventilator on Wednesday.
The couple described these past days as the hardest and scariest of their lives but expressed their faith that Maximus will fully recover from this challenging journey. They are grateful for the prayers and support they have received from well-wishers during this difficult time.
Guillain-Barre syndrome, as explained by the Mayo Clinic, is a condition where the body’s immune system attacks the nerves. While there is no known cure for this syndrome, most individuals affected by it do make a full recovery.
Freeman, a highly decorated player with eight all-star appearances, has been having a solid season with a batting average of .288, 16 home runs, and 67 RBI. The Dodgers and the baseball community as a whole are rallying behind Freeman and his family during this tough period.
It is heartwarming to see the outpouring of support and love for Maximus from fans, teammates, and the baseball world. The strength and resilience shown by the Freeman family in the face of adversity are truly inspiring. We all hope for Maximus’s speedy recovery and send our thoughts and prayers to the Freeman family during this challenging time.
