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Dodgers Rest Max Muncy After Helmet HBP, Concussion Tests Clear

The third baseman gets a precautionary day off after consecutive HBPs, with evaluations indicating no concussion or hand fracture.

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Sep 12, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy (13) reacts after being hit by a pitch during the ninth inning against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
Sep 13, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy (13) waits to take the field before the start of the game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Muncy was struck on the back-right side of his helmet by a 94.1 mph sinker from Giants left-hander Matt Gage in the sixth inning at Oracle Park.
  • He remained to run the bases but was replaced at third base by Kiké Hernández in the bottom half of the inning.
  • The night before, he was hit on the right hand/wrist; X-rays were negative and the Dodgers monitored his throwing before opting for a defensive replacement.
  • Muncy told reporters he passed concussion testing and reported no symptoms, noting only jaw soreness.
  • Manager Dave Roberts held Muncy out of Sunday’s lineup against left-hander Robbie Ray after the back-to-back HBPs, as the club continues to monitor him.