David Freese, who endedupbeing a St. Louis Cardinals legend with his efficiency throughout the 2011 postseason, is decreasing induction into the group’s Hall of Fame.
“This is something that I haveactually offered an severe quantity of idea to, humbly, even inthepast the ballot procedure started,” Freese, who was atfirst chosen to the Cardinals Hall of Fame bymeansof fan vote, stated in a declaration. “I am conscious of the effect I had assisting the group bring excellent memories to the city I grew up in, consistingof the 11th champion, however this honor suggests more to me.
“I appearance at who I was throughout my period, and that weighs greatly on me. The Cardinals and the whole city have constantly had my back in every method. I’m permanently grateful to be part of such an incredible company and fan base then, now and in the future. I’m specifically sorry to the fans that took the time to cast their votes.”
Freese, who grew up in Missouri, was slated to be inducted into the 2023 class in August, alongwith previous pitcher Max Lanier and José Oquendo, a longtime Cardinals player-turned-coach. According to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Freese informed the Cardinals he was “honored” and “humbled” by the fans ballot him in, however he turned down the welcome duetothefactthat he did not feel “deserving.”
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