US EditionDodgers’ Max Muncy Scratched From Lineup with Soreness in Side
Max Muncy was scratched due to right side soreness during pregame batting practice and is listed day-to-day amid a season plagued by injuries, with 14 Dodgers currently on the injured list.
- Max Muncy was scratched from the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup on August 13 due to soreness in his right side during pregame batting practice.
- Muncy’s injury followed a history of an oblique strain and displaced rib last season, along with a recent bone bruise in his left knee that sidelined him for nearly five weeks.
- Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Muncy felt soreness entering his routine and the team plans further medical testing and evaluation to clarify the issue.
- Since returning from his knee injury, Muncy has played eight games, batting.258 with four home runs and 64 RBIs over 89 total games this season.
- The Dodgers and San Diego Padres are now tied atop the NL West after the Dodgers lost to the Angels, making Muncy’s health crucial as they approach the final Freeway Series game and pursue a playoff push.
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