Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman didn't make the trip to Colorado for a three-game series against the Rockies to close out the regular season so he could rest a sore ankle.

The Dodgers' win, however, did not come without the team sustaining another crucial injury. During the victory, first baseman Freddie Freeman sustained a sprained ankle. It's been an unfortunate theme for the Dodgers this season — even in their best moments,

The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched the National League West for the 11th time in 12 seasons on Thursday night with a win against the San Diego Padres. They also secured a wild-card round bye in the process,