Max Muncy has been the Los Angeles Dodgers‘ third baseman since 2015 — a left-handed hitter who pairs raw power with serious plate discipline. At 35 years old, he’s putting up a .841 OPS with 22 home runs in 2026, and he remains one of the more reliable bats in the National League lineup.
Quick Facts
- Full name: Max Muncy
- Position: Third Base
- Team: Los Angeles Dodgers
- Number: 13
- Bats / Throws: Left / Right
- Height / Weight: 5’10» / 216 lb
- Born: August 25, 1990 (age 35)
- Hometown: Midland, Texas
- MLB Debut: April 25, 2015
- Country: United States 🇺🇸
Background
Muncy was born on August 25, 1990, in Midland, Texas, and made his MLB debut on April 25, 2015, with the Oakland Athletics. He bounced around before landing in Los Angeles, but it was with the Dodgers that everything clicked. The move to LA turned him from a versatile utility player into a full-time starter on one of baseball’s marquee franchises — and he never looked back.
Career
Muncy’s time with the Dodgers has been defined by a consistent blend of power and patience. In 2024 he hit .232 with 15 home runs and 48 RBI. He stepped it up in 2025, batting .243 with 19 home runs and 67 RBI. Now in 2026, he’s at 22 home runs, 52 RBI, and 62 runs scored, backed by that .841 OPS. The batting average has never been his calling card, but his eye at the plate and pop in his bat keep him a genuine threat every time he steps in the box.
Stats at a Glance
- 2026 — LAD: .253 AVG | 22 HR | 52 RBI | 62 R | .841 OPS | 2 SB
- 2025 — LAD: .243 AVG | 19 HR | 67 RBI | 48 R | .846 OPS | 4 SB
- 2024 — LAD: .232 AVG | 15 HR | 48 RBI | 47 R | .852 OPS | 1 SB
Awards and Highlights
Muncy has earned multiple All-Star selections during his Dodgers career, a testament to his offensive consistency. He’s been part of Dodgers teams that have reached the World Series, though his biggest contributions have come in the regular season — producing runs and holding down third base year after year.
Good to Know
Around the clubhouse, Muncy is known for his work ethic and his ability to fill whatever role the team needs. Still productive and competitive at 35, he’s become something of a model for how to sustain effectiveness deep into a career in the big leagues.
