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While Atlanta Braves star Freddie Freeman remained isolated during his recovery from COVID-19 in early July, his mind was focused less on returning to baseball and more on returning to everyday life.
Freeman, 30, spoke to the media in Atlanta on Saturday and shared details of his experience after testing positive for the coronavirus. First baseman said at one point on July 3 that he feared for his life due to a fever that reached 104.5 degrees Fahrenheit.
“I was afraid to go to bed,” Freeman said. “I was scared if it increased even more when I was sleeping, what would happen.”
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On July 4, Freeman’s wife Chelsea posted an Instagram update on her husband’s condition, urging caution for everyone:
“Most of you may already know that Freddie tested positive for Covid-19. He has had body aches, headaches, chills and fever. He is someone who rarely gets sick and this virus hit him like a ton of bricks. Until Now Charlie and Carol and I are fine. We appreciate all the messages and prayers, please continue to come to heal and protect the rest of our family. Please take this virus seriously, wear a mask when you are in public, and wash your hands often. “
Freeman said he only lost a pound during his illness, although his sense of smell and taste disappeared for four days.
On Friday, Freeman was healthy and empowered to return to training camp with his teammates.
The Braves sent videos of the slugger to the field, their eyes wide as always when they entered Truist Park.
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“This is wonderful,” Freeman said with a smile.
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