'Man of the Autumn' Freeman responds to former fans' boos with a home run... "It would be more surprising if they cheered for me"

Freeman played for Atlanta for 12 seasons, serving as the team's star hitter. In 2020, he won the National League Season MVP, and in 2021, he led the team to a World Series championship.
After his transfer, when meeting Atlanta fans again during the postseason, they showered him with boos as soon as he stepped into the batter's box. There were even loud cheers when he struck out in the first inning.
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After the game, Freeman was asked about the boos from his former fans.
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He said he understands how the fans who booed him feel.
Freeman said, "I understand. This is a game. Fans want their team to win." He continued, "It would actually be more surprising if they cheered for me in October," adding with a laugh, "It's okay. I still love everyone here."
Unshaken by the boos from his former team's fans, Freeman responded with a home run and did not forget to show respect toward those fans after the game.
'Man of the Autumn' Freeman responds to former fans' boos with a home run... "It would be more surprising if they cheered for me"m.sports.naver.com