MAX MUNCY NEWS

Fans welcome Freeman in Dodgers' 9-3 win over Reds

Trea Turner singled in Freddie Freeman with the go-ahead run and Will Smith added a three-run homer in the eighth inning to rally the Los Angeles Dodgers past the Cincinnati Reds 9...

APRIL 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Launches first homer Muncy went 1-for-2 with a solo home run and two walks Wednesday against the Twins.

Impact Muncy capped off a strong offensive day for the Dodgers by taking Griffin Jax yard in the ninth inning. It was only his second hit of the campaign -- and his first home run -- though he has also walked five times in only five games. Muncy has occupied the cleanup role in four of his five starts, so he should provide plentiful counting stats once his bat heats up.

APRIL 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kershaw pulled after 7 with perfect game; Dodgers top Twins

Clayton Kershaw took a perfect game through seven innings for the Los Angeles Dodgers in his season debut before being pulled

APRIL 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Draws three walks Muncy went 0-for-2 with three walks and a run scored in Tuesday's 7-2 win over the Twins.

Impact Muncy has recorded only one hit in the Dodgers' first four games, but he at least in Tuesday's game, he displayed the sort of plate discipline that aided him to a .368 on-base average in 2021. The 31-year-old should continue to see more plate appearances with runners on base with the likes of Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman and Trea Turner batting ahead of him, though it's fair to wonder if Muncy will be able to replicate last season's power production after suffering a UCL tear in his left elbow last fall. Muncy returned to action early in spring training, but he went 5-for-27 in Cactus League play and produced only two extra-base hits (both doubles).

APRIL 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Connor Joe homers in 8th, Rockies hold off Dodgers 3-2

Connor Joe drove in two runs, including a go-ahead solo homer in the eighth inning, and closer Daniel Bard struck out the side in the ninth to help the Colorado Rockies beat the Lo...

APRIL 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

MLB odds: Shohei Ohtani, Juan Soto and Aaron Judge lead MVP futures, best bets

MLB is back! With the first pitch of Opening Day on the horizon, here is a look at the MVP futures for both the NL and AL.

APRIL 6, 2022

Taylor, Dodgers offense picks it up in final exhibition

Chris Taylor hit a two-run homer and the Los Angeles Dodgers’ offense showed some life in its final spring tuneup, beating the crosstown Angels 5-0

APRIL 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Do the 2022 Los Angeles Dodgers have the best lineup ever?

Jordan Shusterman plots the evolution and improvement of the Los Angeles Dodgers' lineup from the 2017 season to today.

MARCH 29, 2022

Kershaw pitches 4 scoreless innings for Dodgers vs. D-backs

The Los Angeles Dodgers have so many stars this season that Clayton Kershaw is just one of the guys

MARCH 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dodgers: Max Muncy Appears Ready for Regular Season Max Muncy is just a few months removed from a frightening elbow injury, but has looked good in spring training.

MARCH 23, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Max Muncy's elbow passes first spring test GLENDALE, Ariz. -- For the first time since suffering a torn UCL in his left elbow on October 3, Dodgers infielder Max Muncy went through hi...

MARCH 22, 2022 • MLB.COM

Max Muncy returns to Dodgers' lineup with spring appearance

Max Muncy is back on the diamond for the Los Angeles Dodgers

MARCH 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Making spring debut Muncy (elbow) will start at third base and bat second in Monday's spring training matchup with the White Sox, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Impact Muncy was forced to miss last year's postseason after injuring his elbow in the regular season finale, but he seems to be on track to be ready for Opening Day. With the addition of Freddie Freeman this offseason, Muncy will likely be the Dodgers primary designated-hitter this season but he may be asked to play both second base and third base in addition to getting the occasional start at first when Freeman is not in the lineup. The 31-year-old will look to pick up where he left off in 2021 where he hit 36 homers and drove in 94 runs with a slash of .249/.368/.895.

MARCH 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers: Max Muncy Discusses Where He Will Be Playing This Year Max Muncy reveals what positions he’ll be playing this year.

MARCH 19, 2022 • SACBEE.COM

Freddie Freeman to Dodgers bolsters frightening L.A. lineup

Freddie Freeman has reportedly signed a six-year deal with the Dodgers, giving L.A. another big bat in a ferocious lineup.

MARCH 17, 2022

Playing first base in sim game Muncy (elbow) played first base in the Dodgers' simulated game Tuesday, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Impact Muncy's health has been a major question mark since he injured his left elbow in last year's regular-season finale, but the recent news on that front has been encouraging. He's apparently 85 percent recovered from the injury and has been participating in workouts with the intention of being ready for Opening Day. While the introduction of the universal designated hitter should make it easier to keep him in the lineup early in the year if he's not yet at 100 percent, it looks as though he may not find himself limited to that role.

MARCH 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers: Max Muncy Admits Elbow Will Need More Time for Full Recovery Dodgers first baseman Max Muncy says his elbow feels good, but isn’t completely healed.

MARCH 14, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Dodgers: Max Muncy Available for Opening Day Manager Dave Roberts noted that Max Muncy will be ready for Opening Day.

MARCH 14, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Dodgers' Max Muncy hopeful to be back for Opening Day after 'frustrating' injury, lockout Muncy still feels less than 100 percent, but he's eager to get going. He said of Freddie Freeman: "Any team would be happy to have him."

MARCH 12, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Dodgers' Max Muncy trying to make up for lost time rehabbing elbow Dodgers infielder Max Muncy is finally able to work with team trainers in rehabbing his injured left elbow, but acknowledges the lockout set...

MARCH 12, 2022 • LATIMES.COM

Participates in baseball activities Muncy (elbow) took batting practice and fielded grounders Saturday, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Impact Manager Dave Roberts said Friday that he expects Muncy to be ready for Opening Day in some capacity, and the 31-year-old is approximately 85 percent recovered from his elbow injury that he sustained during the final game of the regular season in 2021. It was encouraging to see him participate in baseball activities now that spring training is underway, and it's possible that he'll serve as the team's designated hitter to begin the year even if he isn't cleared to play in the field by Opening Day.

MARCH 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing full health Muncy is about 85 percent recovered from his elbow injury and manager Dave Roberts believes he should be ready for Opening Day in some capacity, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County...

Impact Muncy missed last year's postseason with a torn UCL and a dislocation of his left elbow. He said himself in early March that he expected to be ready for Opening Day, but players have a tendency to be optimistic regarding their own availability, so it's encouraging to hear a similar story from his manager. The introduction of the universal designated hitter could also boost Muncy's early-season value, as he should be able to remain in the lineup regularly even if he's not yet ready for an everyday role in the field.

MARCH 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers: Max Muncy All-In on LA Re-Signing Albert Pujols Max Muncy strongly supports the idea of the Dodgers bringing back Albert Pujols.

MARCH 9, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM