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Muncy's October Power: Record 17th Postseason Homer
4 Oct
Summary
- Max Muncy broke his own team record with his 17th postseason home run.
- Muncy's homer in Game 1 helped the Dodgers secure a 5-3 victory.
- Muncy expressed gratitude for October opportunities and a chance to win.
Max Muncy set a new team record during the Dodgers' NLDS Game 1 win against the Atlanta Braves on October 3, 2026. He hit his 17th career postseason home run, a solo blast in the sixth inning, extending his own team record.
This historic homer came after teammates Teoscar Hernandez and Kyle Tucker also contributed with home runs earlier in the game. Tucker's two-run shot gave the Dodgers a significant lead.
Muncy shared his thoughts post-game, stating that the record means a lot, but the opportunity to play in October and compete for a World Series is what truly matters to him.