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In the latest twist on the story surrounding Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman, five former All-Star agents accuse the Atlanta Braves of telling the wrong story about characterizing off-season contract negotiations. did.
Former Freeman agent Casey Claus issued a statement on Thursday through multiple media outlets, suggesting that his professional integrity has been falsely questioned.
"I won't wait because the situation surrounding Freddie Freeman's departure from Atlanta is mischaracterized," Crows said in his statement. Since March, the Braves have cultivated a story about negotiations, which is clearly stated, but wrong.
Freeman fired Close and Excel Agency on Tuesday shortly after a weekend series in Atlanta between the Dodgers and his former club, the Braves. Freeman reportedly met with members of the Braves front office over the weekend to discuss leaving the organization 15 years later.
Freeman was originally critical of the Braves after signing a $ 162 million deal with the Dodgers this spring. Instead of re-signing Freeman, the Braves filled their first baseman in a deal with Oakland Athletics for Matt Olson. At that time, Freeman expressed surprise at the move.
According to a report on Fox Sports Radio on Wednesday, Crows claimed to have never told Freeman about the Braves' offer for a final contract. Close later denied the report, stating that he "evaluates all legal options." Freeman refused to comment on Wednesday's revelation.
"Some of the false stories (of the Braves) are suggestions that I didn't tell Freemans the offer to sign," Crows Thursday's statement read. I did. "For clarity, we communicated all the suggestions made and all the communication Excel made with the Braves organization throughout the process.
" I am honest and honest. With a 30-year reputation in business and always working with the best personality, Excel is honored to represent many exemplary athletes, some of whom have an entire career of 1 He chose to spend time in one franchise. ”
Freeman helped the Braves win the 2021 World Series title, was .295 hitters in the 12 major league seasons in Atlanta, and He recorded 271 home bases and 941 points in 1,565 games. He was also the National League MVP in 2020.
In his first season with the Dodgers, a 32-year-old from Southern California hit .308 with 9 home runs and 47 RBIs in 74 games. Despite last week's drama and emotions, Freeman hit .407 with four home runs and 13 RBIs in 13 consecutive hits and headed for a home run with the San Diego Padres on Thursday.
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