Latest News About Max Muncy Athletics

Here’s the latest on Max Muncy of the Athletics based on publicly reported updates through mid-May 2026.

Core update

• Max Muncy has been on the 10-day injured list with a fractured left fifth metacarpal suffered from a hit-by-pitch on April 13, 2026. As of mid-May 2026, he had not resumed baseball activities and there was no announced timetable for his return. This has kept him out while Zack Gelof has taken regular infield opportunities in his absence. [Sources: CBS Sports and MLB.com reports cited in multiple outlets in mid-May 2026]

Progress and rehab notes

• Reports in mid-May indicated Muncy began a swinging progression as part of rehab, but still needed to complete the ramp-up to game readiness and would require a rehab assignment before rejoining the active roster. The timeline remained unclear at that point.
• MLB.com and related outlets noted the injury occurred from a hit-by-pitch in mid-April, with the hand fracture diagnosed after an MRI, and that the team had not provided a concrete return date.

Context and team impact

• With Muncy out, third-base duties have been filled by Zack Gelof, who has been getting extended opportunities since Muncy’s IL stint began. This has affected the Athletics’ lineup at the hot corner in the interim.

Related background (for broader context)

• Max Muncy (Athletics) is a different player from the more widely known Max Muncy of the Dodgers; the Athletics’ Muncy is a younger infielder who started the season with the club before his injury.
• If you’re tracking fantasy implications, expect updates on activation timelines as the team releases rehab milestones or a target date for a minor-league rehab assignment.

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