Dodgers' Max Muncy Making Major Strides in Rehab

May 7, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy (13) celebrates after hitting a grand slam in the first inning against the Miami Marlins at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports | Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star infielder Max Muncy is making significant strides in his recovery from his oblique injury. Muncy joined the Dodgers for their three-game series against the San Francisco Giants, took part in swings off a tee, fielded some groundballs, and did some throwing before the first of three games on Friday.

#Dodgers 3B Max Muncy (oblique strain) is in SF and is taking swings off a tee and flips. Also taking ground balls and throwing.

— Mike DiGiovanna (@MikeDiGiovanna) June 29, 2024

Max Muncy is here in San Francisco to be in front of the Dodgers’ hitting coaches as his rehab ramps up. He’s started taking swings in the cage and doing some infield work. Still obviously not an option until after the All-Star Break.

— Fabian Ardaya (@FabianArdaya) June 29, 2024

Max Muncy sighting at Oracle Park 💪 pic.twitter.com/xwEpcC7yT5

— David Vassegh (@THEREAL_DV) June 28, 2024

Muncy is progressing well from his Grade 1 right oblique strain, which caused him to move to the 60-day IL on June 21. Muncy was initially placed on the 10-day IL on May 17.

The 33-year-old is beginning his ramp-up, and he is on the verge of the next steps of his recovery, which is to take live batting practice before beginning a potential rehab assignment.

While Muncy and the Dodgers are hopeful for a return sooner rather than later, he isn't expected to return to the lineup until after the All-Star break. The lefty slugger last played on May 15 against the Giants and has had a solid start to the 2024 season. Thus far, through 40 games, Muncy has slashed .223/.323/.475 with a .798 OPS, nine home runs, 28 RBIs, 31 hits, and 24 runs in 139 at-bats.

The two-time All-Star takes the Dodgers offense to the next level and is the missing piece to a team that hopes to be the last one standing come late October.