Sun Sep 28 03:50:00 UTC 2025: **Dodgers’ Freddie Freeman Has a ‘Golden Bachelor’ Connection**
Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman has a surprising family connection: His aunt, Carol Freeman-Branstein, is a contestant on the new reality dating show, “The Golden Bachelor.” Carol, who also works full-time as Freddie Freeman’s manager, is vying for the affections of former NFL player Mel Owens. The season premiered Wednesday, September 24th.
The article also mentions controversy surrounding Mel Owens, regarding comments he previously made about women he prefers to date. He apologized for his words on the episode. He stated: “I messed up, Owens said on Wednesday night’s episode. I was wrong. I replay it in my head a lot. I have regrets and I’m sorry for all the things I said in the podcast.
Freddie Freeman has yet to publicly comment on his aunt’s participation in the show. “The Golden Bachelor” airs Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.
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