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Max Muncy Exits After Wrist Hit; X-Rays Come Back Negative

The Dodgers expect a brief absence to let swelling subside with follow-up imaging planned to guard against a delayed fracture.

May 20, 2026; San Diego, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy (13) throws out San Diego Padres right fielder Bryce Johnson (not pictured) at first base during the seventh inning at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images
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Apr 17, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy (13) runs off his solo home run in the fifth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Muncy was struck on the right wrist by a 95.5 mph pitch from Brewers reliever Aaron Ashby in the eighth inning and immediately left the game.
  • Postgame X-rays were reported negative and the Dodgers said he will miss the remainder of the three-game Milwaukee series and likely be out only a few days while swelling is monitored.
  • Muncy told reporters the pitch hit both his wrist pad and wrist and he felt relief that the pain did not match the nauseous sensation he experienced with a right-wrist fracture in 2019.
  • Santiago Espinal pinch-ran for Muncy and is penciled in to start at third base during Muncy’s short absence while the club may use other infield options as needed.
  • Muncy leads the Dodgers in home runs and has been a key offensive contributor this season so even a short absence matters for the lineup and the team will watch for any delayed signs that would require further imaging or extra recovery time.