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Max Muncy Breaks Dodgers' Postseason Homer Record in NLCS

10/15/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Max Muncy of the Los Angeles Dodgers hit his 14th career postseason home run in Game 2 of the NLCS against the Milwaukee Brewers.
The homer broke a tie with Justin Turner and Corey Seager, who had 13 postseason homers.
The shot extended the Dodgers' lead to 3-1 in a 5-1 victory.
It was Muncy's 70th postseason game with the Dodgers.
Muncy emphasized October games are crucial to his career.

History

Historical Context

The Houston Astros won their first World Series in 2017, defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers in a thrilling seven-game series. This victory marked a significant shift in Major League Baseball, as the Astros showcased a powerful offense, scoring 38 runs in the postseason. Their success reflects a broader trend of offensive prowess in recent years, highlighted by players like Max Muncy, who hit 14 postseason home runs.

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Story summary

Max Muncy of the Los Angeles Dodgers hit his 14th career postseason home run in Game 2 of the NLCS against the Milwaukee Brewers.
The homer broke a tie with Justin Turner and Corey Seager, who had 13 postseason homers.
The shot extended the Dodgers' lead to 3-1 in a 5-1 victory.
It was Muncy's 70th postseason game with the Dodgers.
Muncy emphasized October games are crucial to his career.

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