4 years agoLos Angeles Dodgers infielder Max Muncy was out of the starting lineup Tuesday against San Diego and right-hander Zach Davies due to his recent rough patch at the dish. With nine strikeouts in his last 17 at-bats, Muncy will get the day off, allowing Edwin Rios to stay in the lineup at the hot corner, even as Justin Turner (hamstring) returns. Muncy has driven in one run since Aug. 29 despite everyday playing time, with his average having sat below .200 for much of the past week. A boom-or-bust DFS play due to his slugging nature, Muncy’s next chance at returning to the lineup comes Wednesday versus the Padres, who have not yet announced a starter.--Jesse Borek
Source: Ken Gurnick