David Freese, who helped the St. Louis Cardinals win the World Series in 2011, declined the invitation to be inducted into the team's Hall of Fame.
Cardinals David Freese victorious after hitting a walk-off home run in the World Series game vs. Texas Rangers at Busch Stadium in St. Louis.
"I look at who I was during my tenure, and that weighs heavily on me. The Cardinals and the entire city have always had my back in every way. I’m forever grateful to be part of such an amazing organization and fan base then, now and in the future," he said. "I’m especially sorry to the fans that took the time to cast their votes. Cardinal Nation is basically the reason why I’ve unfortunately waited so long for this decision and made it more of a headache for so many people. I feel strongly about my decision and understand how people might feel about this. I get it. I’ll wear it. Thank you for always being there for me, and I am excited to be around the Cardinals as we move forward.
He spent five years in St. Louis. He hit .286 with a .783 OPS and 44 home runs. He was an All-Star for the only time in his career in 2012. He would leave the team after the 2013 season. World Series MVP David Freese of the Cardinals celebrates with fans after defeating the Texas Rangers 6-2 to win Game Seven of the World Series on Oct. 28, 2011, in St Louis."Although we are disappointed that David has declined to be inducted into our Hall of Fame, we respect his decision and look forward to celebrating his great Cardinals career in other ways going forward," Cardinals president Bill DeWitt III said in a statement."He is always welcome at Busch Stadium.
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