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Dodgers Activate Max Muncy After 23-Game Absence

The veteran third baseman rejoined the lineup following a brief Triple-A tune-up, with bullpen help expected shortly.

Overview

  • Los Angeles reinstated Muncy from the IL and optioned catcher Chuckie Robinson to Triple-A Oklahoma City.
  • Muncy returned after a right oblique strain and a three-game rehab stint in Oklahoma City, where he went 2-for-7 with two walks.
  • He started at third base in the cleanup spot against Colorado; in the season to date he is hitting .258 with an .800 OPS, 17 homers and 64 RBIs.
  • Left-handed reliever Alex Vesia is tracking for an imminent activation after rehab outings, carrying a 2.75 ERA in 59 appearances this season.
  • Tommy Edman is expected to be activated Wednesday, while Brock Stewart advances with bullpen sessions before facing hitters and a brief rehab assignment.