Max Muncy Signs Multi-Year Extension with Dodgers Despite Hitting Slump: A Closer Look at the New Contract

The Los Angeles Dodgers and third baseman Max Muncy have agreed to a new contract that will keep him with the team until the 2025 season. The two-year deal is worth $24 million and includes a club option for 2026, which is valued at $10 million. Despite Muncy’s batting average of .212 in the most recent season, he managed to have a stellar performance with a career-high of 105 RBIs and 36 home runs, matching his personal best. Muncy, who is currently 33 years old, previously played on a one-year contract worth $13.5 million. Although the Dodgers had a $12 million option for the 2024 season, they ultimately decided to offer Muncy a multi-year extension. Throughout his eight-year career, Muncy has accumulated 180 home runs, 489 RBIs, and has maintained a career batting average of .227.