Freeman Ties World Series Record

Braves' Freeman ties World Series record with 3rd-inning home run

Freddie Freeman tied a World Series record with a first-inning home run against the Houston Astros in Game 1 of the World Series on Tuesday night. Freeman's solo shot off Astros starter Framber Valdez gave the Braves a 1-0 lead in the bottom of the first inning.

Freeman's home run was the fastest home run to start a World Series game since Chase Utley homered on the first pitch of Game 1 of the 2008 World Series against the Tampa Bay Rays. It was also the first time a Braves player had homered in the first inning of a World Series game since Andruw Jones did it in Game 1 of the 1995 World Series against the Cleveland Indians.

Freeman's home run was the third-fastest home run to start a World Series game, behind Utley and Babe Ruth, who homered on the second pitch of Game 4 of the 1928 World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals.

Freeman's home run was also the first home run by a Braves player in the World Series since Game 4 of the 1999 World Series against the New York Yankees. It was also the first home run by a Braves player in a World Series game at Truist Park.

Freeman's home run was a big moment for the Braves, who were looking to start the World Series with a win. It was also a big moment for Freeman, who is one of the best hitters in baseball. Freeman is a three-time All-Star and a two-time Silver Slugger. He is also the reigning National League MVP.

Freeman's home run was a sign of things to come for the Braves

Freeman's home run was a sign of things to come for the Braves. They went on to win Game 1 of the World Series 6-2 and Game 2 7-2 to take a 2-0 lead in the series. Freeman was a big part of the Braves' success in the first two games, going 4-for-8 with two home runs and three RBIs.

The Braves are now one win away from their first World Series title since 1995. They will have a chance to clinch the title in Game 3 of the World Series on Friday night in Houston.