Freddie Freeman’s Hilariously Awkward Cameo for SickKids
So there’s a fun and slightly chaotic holiday story making the rounds right now involving Freddie Freeman, the star first baseman of the Los Angeles Dodgers, and—of all people—Ryan Reynolds. The two teamed up for this year’s SickKids Foundation holiday campaign in Toronto, and the result is a wonderfully awkward, totally unexpected moment that flips the usual heartwarming holiday formula on its head.
Freddie Freeman, of course, isn’t exactly the most welcome face in Toronto right now. His Dodgers beat the Blue Jays to win the 2025 World Series, and let’s just say Canadian baseball fans haven’t forgotten. That tension is played up brilliantly in the campaign’s comedic spot, directed by Oren Brimer and developed through Ryan Reynolds’ creative group Maximum Effort.
Also Read:In the video, Freeman shows up at SickKids expecting to do a sweet charity appearance—but instead, he’s met with a chorus of young, diehard Blue Jays fans who absolutely let him have it. The kids fire off lines like, “You’ve got some nerve coming here,” “Go back to your sunshine and traffic, you hoser,” and even a full-throated “LET’S GO BLUE JAYS!” One goes so far as to call him a clown. It’s all performed with genuine enthusiasm too—one of the kids is even a superfan with a Blue Jays–themed prosthetic eye, which only adds to the authenticity.
It’s a playful twist on what people expect from holiday charity ads. Rather than leaning into soft piano music and warm smiles, the spot goes for humor and self-awareness, making Freeman the good-sport punching bag while still keeping the focus on support for SickKids. And because it’s Ryan Reynolds, it fits perfectly into his ongoing roster of offbeat holiday charity pieces, joining past favorites like the Linda Carter “Wonder Woman” riff and the 2023 “PrickKids” spot with Michael Bublé.
Meanwhile, the campaign isn’t just about laughs. Freeman and Reynolds are pushing a major fundraising effort for the SickKids Foundation, with all donations made before December 24th being matched up to $1 million. Reynolds even shared the video on X with the joking caption, “Rub some dirt on it,” tagging Freeman. The SickKids Foundation itself posted that even they were surprised to be cheering for the Dodgers slugger this season—but here we are.
The campaign encourages Canadians to donate preset amounts—or any custom amount they choose—with the funds going toward life-changing equipment at the hospital. Whether given once or monthly, every donation helps support families and kids who rely on SickKids during the holidays and throughout the year.
It’s a clever mix of comedy, celebrity charm, and heartfelt purpose—and it proves once again that a great charity message doesn’t always have to be solemn. Sometimes, a few well-placed jokes and a very patient baseball player can go a long way.
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