Dodgers’ Max Muncy is the greatest playoff home run hitter in franchise history, breaking a 3-way tie
This time, Max Muncy put the ball over the fence.
The Los Angeles Dodgers star was involved in a strange 8-6-2 double play Monday night when he couldn’t quite get off the field with the bases loaded, and a strange deflection confused all of the Los Angeles baserunners.
Tuesday was no problem. Muncy got a little more of the ball in dead center field, and with that home run, he made history.
No one has hit more home runs in Dodgers postseason history than Muncy. It was his 14th bomb in the postseason.
He broke a three-way tie with Corey Seager and Justin Turner, who each had 13, according to @JayHayKid.
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It certainly helps to be in this modern era of playoff baseball where there are more rounds. This is why the three guys at the top are recent players.
But it’s still remarkable that Muncy topped this list.
Muncy was never designed for this kind of career, neither when he was in the Athletics organization nor when he was still finding his optimal swing.
But somehow, when he got to the Dodgers, Muncy also unleashed his power. He’s been one of the most dangerous power hitters in baseball for many years now, and when the playoffs come around, Muncy elevates his game even more.
The Dodgers have won two World Series titles with Muncy in the fold, and they are chasing another in 2025.
If Muncy can expand its track record, it will help the cause move into another circle.
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