Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jake Fraley is off to a hot start to the 2024 MLB season despite a difficult offseason with his daughter battling cancer.
Fraley has acquired a new position. contract Worth $2.15 million after posting career-high numbers in home runs and RBIs in 2023, much of his focus heading into the new season is undoubtedly on his family.
“Cincinnati Reds fans are praying for your family and sending blessings to your 5-year-old daughter Avery, who is in remission.” WLWTOlivia Ray told Fraley.
“Praise Jesus,” Fraley interrupted.
“Great news,” Ray continued. “I think this offseason and this past year has given you a new perspective. How are you approaching this season with everything your family has been through?” the reporter asked. Ta.
“Walking with Jesus. It’s that simple,” Fraley answered. “We are going through the most difficult time we have ever gone through as a family, but I am grateful for who my father is, how much he loves me, and that he has found true peace and peace. I was able to understand the fact that He gives me true peace.” Joy and true happiness only come from God. ”
“We live in a broken world,” the 28-year-old continued. “Unfortunately, the world we live in is filled with many diseases. Diseases are widespread. There are many terrible things that happen to many good people… but we Praise the Lord that we have a Savior who died on the cross.”For us, and no matter what situation you are going through, as I said earlier, we are here to help you with the truth. Forgiving us a way to continue living with joy, true peace, and true happiness. ”
Shortly after the start of the 2024 season, Fraley announced that he and his wife would partner with a nonprofit organization dedicated to combating sex trafficking, and that every time Fraley hit a home run, he would donate money to the organization.
“My wife and I collaborated [This Mission] Join us in our mission to spread the gospel while combating sex trafficking and sexual exploitation of minors[.] I’ll be donating $500 for every home run I hit this year, so please check it out and donate when you can! ” Fraley wrote. X.
charity’s mission statement The organization said it “mobilizes believers in the mission field” and provides support to “organizations actively combating sex trafficking and sexual exploitation.”
After explaining that her daughter is feeling much better, Fraley was asked about her expectations for the new season.
“I think we’re just here for each other,” he predicted.
Fraley also emphasized “day-to-day execution” as his preferred thought process, rather than worrying about overall expectations. He noted that daily processes require discipline and the ability to keep a defined set of goals at the forefront of your mind.
“I think expectations are clouding what we want to do at the moment,” the player concluded.
Fraley, a native of Frederick, Maryland, was drafted by the Tampa Bay Rays in 2016.
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