Dodgers' Max Muncy Exits Game vs Brewers With Injury in Concerning Development
Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy has exited Friday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers in the top of the eighth inning after getting hit by a pitch.
Muncy was hit in the hand/wrist area by a 95 mph sinker and yelled in immediate pain. He then left the game with a trainer in a concerning development for LA. Here's a video of the hit by pitch:
Max Muncy was hit by a pitch on the hand/wrist area and exited Friday's game.
- Noah Camras (@noahcamras) May 23, 2026
He's been one of the Dodgers' best players this year, leading the team in home runs (12) while playing great defense at third base.
The Dodgers will hope it's not too serious.pic.twitter.com/YtDoxhn0YT
Santiago Espinal replaced Muncy as a pinch-runner and took over at third base.
What is Max Muncy's Injury?
The Dodgers will provide an update on Muncy soon. This story will be updated when more information is available.
Dodgers Can't Afford a Max Muncy Injury
Muncy is in the midst of another incredible year for the Dodgers, slashing .258/.363/.515 with 12 home runs, 19 RBIs and an OPS of .878, including Friday's game.
Muncy leads the team in home runs and runs scored (36), and is second in OPS behind Shohei Ohtani.
The two-time All-Star has also incredibly turned into a plus-defender at third base this year, ranking in the 97th percentile in Outs Above Average and the 94th percentile in Fielding Run Value.
He's continued to be the gift that keeps on giving for LA this year.
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This story was originally published May 22, 2026 at 7:09 PM.