"You always hear, 'Don't meet your heroes,' but then I got to meet him, and I was like, 'I'm glad I did.' Because he was a beautiful man. And I wish he was still here. He meant a lot to so many people ... I'm at a loss for words really."
"To say he 'was' my favorite baseball player is really saddening to me, but I don't wanna talk about the sad stuff because he brought so much joy to so many people."
"Garret was a cornerstone of our organization throughout his 15 seasons and his stoic presence in the outfield and our clubhouse elevated the Angels into an era of continued success, highlighted by the 2002 World Series Championship."
"Garret will forever hold a special place in the hearts of Angels fans for his professionalism, class, and loyalty throughout his career and beyond."
Freddie Freeman expressed deep sorrow over the death of Garret Anderson, his favorite player and a role model. Anderson, a Hall of Famer, was known for his excellence as a left-handed hitter. Freeman recounted his positive experience meeting Anderson, emphasizing the joy he brought to many. He acknowledged the difficulty in accepting Anderson's passing but preferred to focus on the happiness Anderson spread. The Angels organization also mourned, highlighting Anderson's significant contributions and lasting legacy within the team and among fans.
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