TORONTO / LOS ANGELES — As MLB continues to talk about the offseason, a piece of news has left not only baseball fans, but communities across North America speechless with emotion: Los Angeles Dodgers star Freddie Freeman has joined forces with actor Ryan Reynolds to support the SickKids Foundation in Toronto. And in their role as “public ambassadors,” the simple yet heartwarming moments they created are warming thousands of hearts.
Just a few weeks ago, Freddie Freeman was at the top of his game with a bat — a walk-off home run in the 18th minute of Game 3 of the 2025 World Series that sent shockwaves through Los Angeles and the baseball world. But now, he’s continuing to score — not with his swing — but with his heart, at a children’s hospital in Toronto.
Freeman appeared in a charity video produced by Reynolds — at SickKids Hospital — where he was introduced as “the pride of Ontario and Los Angeles.” But it wasn’t applause, but shouts of “Go back to your sunshine and traffic, you hoser!” from children wearing Toronto Blue Jays jerseys.
The moment wasn’t awkward. Instead, it morphed into a hug, a smile — and then Freeman, with his usual composure, said, “By the way, I love what you guys are doing here.”
The victories, home runs, championship rings — all of them faded into the background before this moment: a famous player crouched down, looked a struggling child in the eye, and offered words of encouragement without a mic, without a spotlight.
According to the announcement from the SickKids Foundation, this year’s fundraising campaign will match (double) any charitable donation — up to $1 million — if people donate before December 24.
For the sick children and their families, it’s more than just a material gift — it’s hope, it’s the belief that they’re not alone. For Freeman — it’s a declaration: the heart of a hero is not just confined to the field.
The combination of Ryan Reynolds — Hollywood star — and Freddie Freeman — MLB star — has created a viral video with a deeply humane meaning. They’re not just calling for charity; they’re calling for humanity.
The gentle “troll” screams from young Blue Jays fans only add to the vivid, authentic feeling of the video — a reminder that in every child’s heart, the passion for sports does not obscure the desire for happiness, comfort, and love.
Freddie Freeman was once a symbol of power with a bat. But today, he showed that the greatest strength — sometimes — is not the swing, but the kindness.
No matter how many more years the Dodgers hold on to the championship, those who see this video will remember a player who not only hit the ball, but also inspired belief.
And sometimes, that — is the truest glory.
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