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Max Muncy Returns, Boosts Dodgers' Struggling Offense

9/9/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Max Muncy returned from the injured list on September 8, 2025, after missing 23 games with a strained oblique.
He batted cleanup in the opener against the Colorado Rockies.
This season, Muncy has a .258 average, 17 home runs, and 64 RBIs in 89 games.
His return is vital for the Dodgers, who averaged 3.85 runs in his absence.
The Dodgers lead the NL West but are 3-7 in their last 10 games.

History

Historical Context

The Los Angeles Dodgers last reached the World Series in 2017, their first appearance since 1988, marking a significant competitive resurgence. Max Muncy played a pivotal role that season, hitting 35 home runs. As the Dodgers aim to maintain their NL West lead in 2025, Muncy's return from injury is crucial, reflecting the ongoing pressure of championship pursuits in baseball history.

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Story summary

Max Muncy returned from the injured list on September 8, 2025, after missing 23 games with a strained oblique.
He batted cleanup in the opener against the Colorado Rockies.
This season, Muncy has a .258 average, 17 home runs, and 64 RBIs in 89 games.
His return is vital for the Dodgers, who averaged 3.85 runs in his absence.
The Dodgers lead the NL West but are 3-7 in their last 10 games.

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