Freddie Freeman activated from paternity list, Dodgers option Ryan Ward

TL;DR

Freddie Freeman has been activated from the paternity list after missing two games for the birth of his daughter. Ryan Ward was optioned back to Triple-A after making his major league debut with the Dodgers.

Key points

Freddie Freeman activated from paternity list
Freeman missed two games for the birth of his daughter
Ryan Ward optioned back to Triple-A Oklahoma City
Ward had two hits and one RBI in his major league debut
Dalton Rushing performed well in Freeman's absence

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SAN FRANCISCO, CA - SEPTEMBER 14: Los Angeles Dodgers first base Freddie Freeman (5) waits during a challenge during a MLB game against the San Francisco Giants on September 14, 2025 at Oracle Park in San Francisco, CA. (Photo by Matthew Huang/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Freddie Freeman was activated off the paternity list ahead of Tuesday’s series opener against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park, after the Dodgers first baseman missed two games for the birth of his daughter. Freeman and wife Chelsea welcomed their fourth child on Sunday, London Rosemary Joy Freeman, they announced on Instagram. In the series opener against the Giants, Freeman is back at first base and batting third. Ryan Ward was optioned back to Triple-A Oklahoma City after playing in both games in his first stint in the major leagues. The 28-year-old started at first base on Sunday at Coors Field, and had two hits, including a run batted in, in his major league debut against the Colorado Rockies. Ward also struck out as a pinch-hitter in the ninth inning of Monday night’s blowout win in Denver. Ward in his two games with the Dodgers had two hits in six at-bats. The Dodgers got very good production out of first base in Freeman’s brief absence. In addition to Ward’s two hits and RBI on Sunday, , continuing his sublime start to 2026.

Q&A

Why was Freddie Freeman on the paternity list?

Freddie Freeman was on the paternity list due to the birth of his daughter, London Rosemary Joy Freeman.

What were Ryan Ward's stats during his time with the Dodgers?

Ryan Ward had two hits in six at-bats and one run batted in during his two games with the Dodgers.

Who is starting at first base for the Dodgers now?

Freddie Freeman is starting at first base for the Dodgers after being activated from the paternity list.