Download our Free Mobile App!
Faster with Fewer Ads

Get App
Dodger Blue
  • Dodgers News
    • MLB News
  • Rumors
  • Schedules
    • 2025 Dodger Stadium giveaways
    • 2025 regular season
    • 2026 regular season
  • Team
    • Active roster
    • Salaries
  • Video
  • Odds
    • MLB Odds
    • NHL Odds
    • NFL Odds
    • NBA Odds
    • NCAAF Odds
    • NCAAB Odds
    • CFL Odds
    • UFC Odds
    • Boxing Odds
    • MLS Odds
    • PGA Odds
  • About
    • Terms of Service
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact

Download our Free Mobile App!
Faster with Fewer Ads

Get App
Dodger Blue
  • Dodgers News
    • MLB News
  • Rumors
  • Schedules
    • 2025 Dodger Stadium giveaways
    • 2025 regular season
    • 2026 regular season
  • Team
    • Active roster
    • Salaries
  • Video
  • Odds
    • MLB Odds
    • NHL Odds
    • NFL Odds
    • NBA Odds
    • NCAAF Odds
    • NCAAB Odds
    • CFL Odds
    • UFC Odds
    • Boxing Odds
    • MLS Odds
    • PGA Odds
  • About
    • Terms of Service
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact
  • Dodgers News
  • Rumors
  • Schedules
  • Team
  • Video
  • Odds
  • About
Search
  • Dodgers News
    • MLB News
  • Rumors
  • Schedules
    • 2025 Dodger Stadium giveaways
    • 2025 regular season
    • 2026 regular season
  • Team
    • Active roster
    • Salaries
  • Video
  • Odds
    • MLB Odds
    • NHL Odds
    • NFL Odds
    • NBA Odds
    • NCAAF Odds
    • NCAAB Odds
    • CFL Odds
    • UFC Odds
    • Boxing Odds
    • MLS Odds
    • PGA Odds
  • About
    • Terms of Service
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact
Follow US
© 2024 Medium Large Sports Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
Dodger Blue > Dodgers News > Dodgers News: Max Muncy Growing ‘More Comfortable’ With Playing Multiple Positions
Dodgers News

Dodgers News: Max Muncy Growing ‘More Comfortable’ With Playing Multiple Positions

Matthew Moreno
May 8, 2019
3 Min Read
Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
SHARE

Although Max Muncy spent the bulk of last season playing first base, the Los Angeles Dodgers additionally manned him at third base for 38 games (30 starts), second in 13 starts, and left field for six games.

Muncy proved capable of moving around in a pinch, but it was clear his comfort level resided at first base. After an offseason in which he was among the Dodgers to go dairy free, Muncy returned with a slimmed down frame and more nimble.

The added agility has not yet translated to Muncy grading out well at second base this year, he’s certainly passed the eye test. The 28-year-old looks strong up the middle rather than simply being capable of filling in on occasion.

Muncy admitted to being more sure of himself as he’s received more playing time at various positions, via SportsNet LA:

“Just getting more comfortable out there, having more confidence in yourself and having more opportunities to do it. I feel like that’s the biggest thing for me, is getting repeated opportunities. It kind of keeps confidence in yourself. When you get those plays, you want to make them, and it just keeps boosting your confidence.”

Muncy thus far is worth two defensive runs saved and posted a 0.6 UZR at third base this season, after finishing with zero and 0.0, respectively, in 2018. His zero DRS at second base is identical to last season’s mark, but Muncy’s UZR is down from 0.5 to -0.5.

He certainly looked the part of a second baseman on Tuesday night. First, leaping up to snag a line drive to end the third inning and later making a sliding stop and throw to Hyun-Jin Ryu covering first base in the fifth. Both plays preserved Ryu’s perfect game at the time.

Muncy’s ability to adequately play multiple positions will suit he and the Dodgers well as the season progresses. Manager Dave Roberts has been certain to providing adequate rest throughout the year, but also envisions Muncy as one of the club’s everyday players.

Total
0
Shares
Share 0
Tweet 0
Pin it 0
Share 0
TAGGED:Los Angeles DodgersMax Muncy
ByMatthew Moreno
Matthew Moreno is a journalist from Whittier, Calif., who is a credentialed reporter and is currently the Executive Editor of DodgerBlue.com and LakersNation.com. In addition to covering Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angels Lakers, Matthew has a strong passion for keeping up to date with the sneakerhead culture. It began with Michael Jordan and Air Jordan shoes, and has carried over to Kobe Bryant's signature line with Nike. Matthew previously was the lead editor and digital strategist at Dodgers Nation, and the co-editor and lead writer at Reign of Troy, where he covered USC Trojans Football. Matthew graduated from California State Long Beach University with a major in journalism and minor in communications. Contact: matt@mediumlargela.com
Ad imageAd image
Sign Up for Our Newsletter
Get breaking Dodgers News direct to your inbox.

You Might Also Like

Freddie Freeman, Kiké Hernández, Danny Lehmann
Game Central

Recap: Freddie Freeman Ends Home Run Drought, But Dodgers’ Winning Streak Snapped By Royals

June 28, 2025
June 28, 2025
Cody Bellinger
Dodgers NewsFeatured

Dodgers News: Cody Bellinger Likely To Start In Center Field For All NLDS Games At Oracle Park

October 8, 2021
October 8, 2021
Coors Field entrance, 2022 Opening Day
FeaturedGame Central

Dodgers Vs. Rockies Game Preview: Series Up For Grabs At Coors Field

June 29, 2023
June 29, 2023
Joe Kelly
Dodgers NewsFeatured

Joe Kelly ‘Had A Good Time’ Facing Former Teammates Mookie Betts & J.D. Martinez

June 16, 2023
June 17, 2023

Categories

  • News
  • Rumors
  • Games
  • History

Information

  • Advertise
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact Us

Sign Up for Our Newsletter

Get breaking Dodgers News direct to your inbox.

© 2025 Medium Large Sports Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?

  • 日本語
  • 한국어