Freddie Freeman, the Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman, is facing a pivotal moment in his career following the birth of his daughter, London, on April 19. At 36, Freeman's goal of reaching 3,000 hits — needing 519 more — is overshadowed by his emotional struggles with family time lost to baseball. He plans to continue playing for three more seasons, provided he remains healthy, but admits to feeling the pangs of regret when away from his children, especially London, who will have few memories of him playing. Freeman, a nine-time All-Star and former MVP, acknowledges that while he has achieved significant milestones in his career, the sacrifices for his family weigh heavily on him. He has rebounded from a slow start this season, with a focus on maintaining his batting skills, yet he humorously notes that the demands of fatherhood may contribute to performance decline. Ultimately, Freeman is torn between his love for baseball and the desire to be present for his family, reflecting on how these factors will influence his decision to continue playing.