Baylor Hall of Famer Max Muncy Joins World Series Again
Max Muncy, a Baylor Athletics Hall of Famer, is making headlines once again as he joins the World Series for the fourth time. This milestone makes him the record holder for the most World Series appearances by a former Baylor baseball player. He is part of the Los Angeles Dodgers’ roster for the championship, which is being held this year at Rogers Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Max Muncy’s Historic World Series Journey
The World Series kicks off with Game 1 set for 7 p.m. CT. Muncy’s impressive career includes being the eighth different Bear to play on a World Series roster, contributing to a total of 16 appearances by Baylor alumni. His appearances surpass the previous record held by Dave Danforth, who played in three World Series.
Background and Accomplishments
- Muncy attended Baylor from 2010 to 2012.
- He was named a Freshman All-American and earned All-Big 12 First Team honors twice.
- In his freshman year, he hit .300 with 11 home runs, a school record.
- He led the Bears to a Big 12 championship title in 2012.
Muncy was drafted in the fifth round of the 2012 MLB Draft by the Oakland Athletics. He made his major league debut on April 25, 2015. Muncy’s significant achievements with the Dodgers include making two All-Star teams and participating in the 2018 Home Run Derby.
World Series Highlights
In his first World Series appearance in 2018, Muncy hit a walk-off home run in Game 3 against the Boston Red Sox. He contributed to the Dodgers’ 2020 title run by posting a batting average of .318 in the World Series against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Last postseason, he set a record by reaching base 12 consecutive times, matching Reggie Jackson’s MLB postseason record. Muncy is looking to secure his third World Series title, making him the first Baylor player to achieve this feat.
Current Season Performance
This season, Muncy has hit his 14th-career postseason home run, setting a new franchise record for the Dodgers. As he prepares for the World Series, he has a batting average of .214 and a slugging percentage of .357 across 10 postseason games.
As Baylor baseball continues to make history, fans can follow Muncy and the Dodgers during this championship journey. The series promises thrilling moments, with all games broadcast on FOX.
Baylor Bears in the World Series
| Player | Team | Years Played |
|---|---|---|
| Dave Danforth | Philadelphia A’s | 1911 |
| Dave Danforth | Chicago White Sox | 1917, 1919 |
| Mule Watson | New York Giants | 1923, 1924 |
| Ted Uhlaender | Minnesota Twins | 1965 |
| Ted Uhlaender | Cincinnati Reds | 1972 |
| Lee Tunnell | St. Louis Cardinals | 1987 |
| David Murphy | Texas Rangers | 2010, 2011 |
| Max Muncy | Los Angeles Dodgers | 2018, 2020, 2024, 2025 |
| Shea Langeliers | Atlanta Braves | 2021 |
| Cody Bradford | Texas Rangers | 2023 |
As the championship unfolds, Muncy aims to continue adding to his legacy and to inspire future Baylor baseball players. Follow Emegypt for the latest updates on Baylor sports.
