History of Max Muncy in Timeline

Max Muncy is a professional baseball infielder currently playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers in MLB. Drafted by the Oakland Athletics in 2012, he played for them in 2015 and 2016 before joining the Dodgers in 2018. Muncy played college baseball for the Baylor Bears. He is a two-time World Series champion with the Dodgers, winning in 2020 and 2024.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1956: Reference to Gil Hodges' Game

In 2024, Muncy's performance in Game 3 of the NLCS was compared to Gil Hodges' Game 2 performance in the 1956 World Series.

August 25, 1990: Max Muncy Born

On August 25, 1990, Maxwell Steven Muncy was born. He is now a professional baseball infielder.

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2008: Reference to Manny Ramirez's Game

In 2024, Muncy's performance in Game 3 of the NLCS was compared to Manny Ramirez's Game 4 performance in the 2008 NLCS.

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 did not sign with the team.

2010: Played for Baylor Bears and Wareham Gatemen

In 2010, Max Muncy played college baseball for the Baylor Bears and also played collegiate summer baseball for the Wareham Gatemen of the Cape Cod Baseball League.

2011: Played for Wareham Gatemen

In 2011, Max Muncy continued to play collegiate summer baseball for the Wareham Gatemen of the Cape Cod Baseball League.

2012: Professional Debut with Burlington Bees

In 2012, Max Muncy made his professional debut with the Burlington Bees of the Single-A Midwest League after being drafted by the Oakland Athletics.

2012: Played for Baylor Bears

In 2012, Max Muncy played college baseball for the Baylor Bears.

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 after playing college baseball for the Baylor Bears.

2013: Promoted to Midland RockHounds

In 2013, Max Muncy started the season with the Stockton Ports before being promoted to the Midland RockHounds after leading the California League in home runs and RBIs.

2014: Played for Midland RockHounds

In 2014, Max Muncy returned to the Midland RockHounds, where he hit .264 in 122 games.

2015: MLB Debut with Oakland Athletics

In 2015, Max Muncy made his Major League Baseball debut with the Oakland Athletics.

2015: MLB Promotion and First Home Run

In 2015, Max Muncy was promoted to the major leagues on April 25 after an injury to Ben Zobrist, and he hit his first major league home run on May 17 against Jeff Samardzija of the Chicago White Sox. He batted .206 in 45 games for Oakland that year.

2016: Played for the Athletics

In 2016, Max Muncy continued to play for the Oakland Athletics.

2016: Split Season Between Nashville and Oakland

In 2016, Max Muncy split the season between the Nashville Sounds (minor league) and the Oakland Athletics (major league), batting .186 in 51 major league games.

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 Los Angeles 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.

November 2018: Married Kellie

In November 2018, Max Muncy married his wife, Kellie.

2018: Joined Los Angeles Dodgers

In 2018, Max Muncy joined the Los Angeles Dodgers.

2018: World Series Performance

In the 2018 World Series, Max Muncy played a key role, including hitting a walk-off home run in Game 3, contributing to the longest game in World Series history.

August 30, 2019: Injured List Placement

On August 30, 2019, Max Muncy was placed on the injured list due to a wrist fracture.

February 6, 2020: Contract Extension with Dodgers

On February 6, 2020, Max Muncy and the Dodgers agreed to a three-year, $26 million contract extension.

2020: World Series Win

In 2020, Max Muncy won the World Series as a member of the Los Angeles Dodgers.

2020: Reference to Will Smith's Game

In 2024, Muncy's performance in Game 3 of the NLCS was compared to Will Smith's Game 3 performance in the 2020 NLDS.

May 30, 2021: 100th Career Home Run

On May 30, 2021, Max Muncy hit his 100th career home run off of Zack Littell of the San Francisco Giants.

July 2021: Welcomed a Daughter

In July 2021, Max Muncy and his wife, Kellie, welcomed a daughter.

August 22, 2022: Signed Contract Extension

On August 22, 2022, Max Muncy signed a one-year contract extension worth $13.5 million for the 2023 season with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

2023: Contract Extension

In 2023, Max Muncy had a contract extension with the Los Angeles Dodgers worth $13.5 million for the 2023 season.

May 5, 2024: Three Home Runs Against Braves

On May 5, 2024, Max Muncy had a standout performance with four hits, including a career-high three home runs, against the Atlanta Braves.

2024: Second World Series win with the Dodgers

In 2024, Max Muncy secured his second World Series title with the Los Angeles Dodgers, marking another significant milestone in his MLB career.

2024: Club Option for 2024

In 2024, the contract extension Max Muncy signed included a $10 million club option for 2024.

2024: 2024 NLCS

In the 2024 NLCS, Max Muncy showcased his skills with strong performances, including tying a Dodgers franchise record for post-season home runs and setting an on-base streak record for a single playoff series.