Career Timeline of Max Muncy: Major Achievements and Milestones
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Max Muncy made an impact.
Max Muncy is a professional baseball infielder currently playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers in MLB. He played college baseball at Baylor before being drafted by the Oakland Athletics in 2012. He debuted with the Athletics in 2015 and 2016 and then found success after joining the Dodgers in 2018. Muncy played a key role in the Dodgers' World Series championships in 2020 and 2024. He is known for his power hitting and versatility in the infield.
2009: Drafted by Cleveland Indians
In 2009, Max Muncy was drafted by the Cleveland Indians in the 41st round of the Major League Baseball draft, but he did not sign with the team.
2012: Professional Debut
In 2012, Max Muncy made his professional baseball debut with the Burlington Bees.
2012: Drafted by Oakland Athletics
In 2012, Max Muncy was selected by the Oakland Athletics in the fifth round of the Major League Baseball draft.
2013: Promotion to Midland RockHounds
In 2013, Max Muncy was promoted to the Midland RockHounds after leading the California League in home runs and RBIs.
2014: Season with Midland
In 2014, Max Muncy played for the Midland RockHounds, achieving a .264 batting average in 122 games.
2015: MLB Debut with the Athletics
In 2015, Max Muncy made his Major League Baseball debut with the Oakland Athletics.
2015: Major League Promotion and First Home Run
In 2015, Max Muncy was promoted to the major leagues and hit his first major league home run on May 17.
2016: Second Season with the Athletics
In 2016, Max Muncy played his second season in MLB with the Oakland Athletics.
2016: Splitting Time in Minors and Majors
In 2016, Max Muncy split the season between the Nashville Sounds and the Oakland Athletics.
January 3, 2017: Designated for Assignment
On January 3, 2017, Max Muncy was designated for assignment by the Oakland Athletics.
April 27, 2017: Signed with Dodgers
On April 27, 2017, Max Muncy signed a minor league contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers and was assigned to the Oklahoma City Dodgers.
April 17, 2018: Called up to the Dodgers
On April 17, 2018, Max Muncy was called up to the Los Angeles Dodgers.
2018: Joined the Los Angeles Dodgers
In 2018, Max Muncy joined the Los Angeles Dodgers.
2018: Memorable World Series Game
In 2018, during the third game of the World Series, Max Muncy hit a walk-off home run in the 18th inning, concluding the longest game in World Series history.
February 6, 2020: Contract Extension with the Dodgers
On February 6, 2020, Max Muncy and the Los Angeles Dodgers agreed to a three-year contract extension.
May 30, 2021: 100th Career Home Run
On May 30, 2021, Max Muncy hit his 100th career home run against the San Francisco Giants.
August 22, 2022: Contract Extension
On August 22, 2022, Max Muncy signed a one-year contract extension with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
2023: Contract Extension in Effect
In 2023, Max Muncy played under his contract extension with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
2023: Primary Third Baseman
In 2023, Max Muncy remained the primary third baseman for the Dodgers, achieving a career-high in RBI.
May 5, 2024: Career High Three Home Runs
On May 5, 2024, Max Muncy had four hits, including a career-high three home runs, against the Atlanta Braves.
2024: Post-Season Performance
In 2024, Max Muncy tied the Dodgers franchise record for post-season home runs.
2026: Club Option
In 2026, the Dodgers have a $10 million club option for Max Muncy.
