History of Max Muncy in Timeline
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.
1956: Gil Hodges Reached Base 5 Times
In the 1956 World Series, Gil Hodges reached base all five times in a game, a feat that Max Muncy later matched in 2024.
August 25, 1990: Birth of Max Muncy
On August 25, 1990, Maxwell Steven Muncy was born. He is now a professional baseball infielder.
2008: Manny Ramirez Reached Base 5 Times
In the 2008 NLCS, Manny Ramirez reached base all five times in a game, a feat that Max Muncy later matched in 2024.
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.
2010: College Baseball at Baylor & Wareham Gatemen
In 2010, Max Muncy began playing college baseball for the Baylor Bears and also played for the Wareham Gatemen in the Cape Cod Baseball League.
2011: Collegiate Summer Baseball
In 2011, Max Muncy played collegiate summer baseball for the Wareham Gatemen of the Cape Cod Baseball League.
2012: Final Year at Baylor
In 2012, Max Muncy concluded his baseball career at Baylor University.
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.
November 2018: Marriage to Kellie
In November 2018, Max Muncy married his wife, Kellie.
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.
August 30, 2019: Placed on Injured List
On August 30, 2019, Max Muncy was placed on the injured list due to a wrist fracture.
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.
2020: World Series win with the Dodgers
In 2020, Max Muncy won the World Series as a member of the Los Angeles Dodgers.
2020: Will Smith Reached Base 5 Times
In the 2020 NLDS, Will Smith reached base all five times in a game, a feat that Max Muncy later matched in 2024.
May 30, 2021: 100th Career Home Run
On May 30, 2021, Max Muncy hit his 100th career home run against the San Francisco Giants.
July 2021: Birth of Daughter
In July 2021, Max Muncy and his wife, Kellie, welcomed a daughter.
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: Second World Series win with the Dodgers
In 2024, Max Muncy secured his second World Series title as a player for the Los Angeles Dodgers.
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.
