Social media reaction mixed to Freeman’s participation in Home Run Derby
Shortly after Wednesday night’s game ended, the Braves announced Freddie Freeman would participate in this year’s Home Run Derby. Freeman has 16 home runs this season and was the top vote-getter among National League All Stars. While some were elated he’d be in Monday night’s contest, others were displeased. And there was plenty in between.
In the first round, Freeman will square off with NL East foe Bryce Harper. The two already got the smack-talk going.
"I might've sent a text earlier today to him to kinda start the trash talking."@Braves star Freddie Freeman will participate in the Home Run Derby ... and he's already trying to get in the head of his first-round matchup: Bryce Harper. pic.twitter.com/1H0WCV2rq8
— FOX Sports: Braves (@FOXSportsBraves) July 12, 2018
Bryce Harper the second he realized he was about to get embarrassed on his home turf by Freddie: pic.twitter.com/j27lQ4IDyV
— Mike Glennon (@OnTheMike24) July 12, 2018
Freddie Freeman beating Bryce Harper in the Home Run Derby is already the greatest moment of my life and it hasn’t happened yet https://t.co/3MNjz95vsg
— Blake Austin (@RattleBlake) July 12, 2018
Some were simply happy to see Freeman’s success validated on a national scale.
I’m so happy to see Freddie Freeman finally get the recognition he deserves
— Jordan Luke (@JordanLuke32) July 12, 2018
But others remain concerned about one thing.
Really hope Freddie Freeman being in the Derby doesn’t cause a slump like it’s known for doing. Doesn’t mean I won’t love watching him hit lasers! #ChopOn
— Scott Shearer (@Scott_Shearer15) July 12, 2018
Freddie Freeman in the Home Run Derby? Hate it. #Braves https://t.co/1u49lO40XB
— Mark Bradley (@MarkBradleyAJC) July 12, 2018
Freeman, the 7th seed, ranks middle out the pack in terms of favorites to win the contest.
Home Run Derby odds from @BovadaOfficial:
— Daryl Van Schouwen (@CST_soxvan) July 12, 2018
Bryce Harper 11/4
Jesus Aguilar 7/2
Max Muncy 5/1
Freddie Freeman 11/2
Rhys Hoskins 11/2
Javier Baez 6/1
Alex Bregman 9/1
Kyle Schwarber 9/1
Love it or hate it, Braves fans will be watching Monday night.
Freddie Freeman being in the home run derby is better than Christmas morning
— Marina Delfino (@marina_delfino) July 12, 2018
