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Athletics’ Max Muncy Making A Name For Himself At Third Base In 2026

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Third baseman Max Muncy, 23, hit his way into the 2026 Athletics’ Opening Day lineup this spring. He's hitting . 314.

He's better on defense at his new position, too.

SURPRISE, AZ: Max Muncy of the Athletics rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against the Texas Rangers at Surprise Stadium on March 12, 2026. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) Getty Images Third baseman Max Muncy, 23, hit his way into the 2026 Athletics’ Opening Day lineup this spring. Meanwhile, third baseman Max Muncy, 35, routinely got ready for his ninth season for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Confused? Just wait. Both were born on August 25.

Both were drafted by the Athletics. Both hit home runs in the same inning this spring. TORONTO: Max Muncy of the Los Angeles Dodgers hits a home run against the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 2 of the 2025 World Series at Rogers Center on Oct.

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