With his 14th career postseason home run, Max Muncy now holds the sole Dodgers franchise record for most homers in the playoffs — he passed Justin Turner and Corey Seager, who had been tied at 13.
That blast came in Game 2 of the 2025 National League Championship Series, a solo shot in the sixth inning off Freddy Peralta, extending the Dodgers’ lead to 3–1. It traveled about 412 feet over the center‑field fence, breaking the tie he held with Turner and Seager
This is more than just a milestone — it’s a testament to his longevity and consistency in October. Over the years, Muncy has carved out a reputation as arguably the most dangerous postseason bat in Dodgers history. The fact that he’s now atop this list in a franchise so steeped in playoff tradition only underlines how unique this moment is.
Few teams in baseball history have enjoyed the sustained October runs that the Dodgers have, and that alone gives players more chances to stack postseason achievements. But taking full advantage of those opportunities is another matter altogether. Muncy has done exactly that, even in years when he’s had injuries, role changes, or uneven stretches.
He’s now played 70 postseason games with the Dodgers, which ranks among the most in franchise history. Turner, who had 86 postseason games with Los Angeles, sits ahead in games played, and Seager appeared in 61, but in terms of pure homers, Muncy reigns supreme.
To understand how meaningful this is, consider the names he’s now outranked in Dodger lore. Turner and Seager both had storied runs in Los Angeles. Turner was a key veteran presence, delivering clutch hits in multiple postseasons. Seager was a catalyst during his championship pushes. Now, Muncy has eclipsed both in this one marquee category
But it’s not just about the home runs. Muncy also holds the Dodgers’ postseason record for walks (59) He’s tied with Turner for the most postseason runs scored in Dodgers history (43).These additional metrics highlight that his impact runs deeper than just leaving the yard — he’s been a consistent presence on the bases, putting pressure on pitching staffs in different ways.
In many ways, Muncy’s journey to this point is as compelling as the achievement itself. He wasn’t always the star power bat; he wasn’t even always a regular. But in October, he’s adopted another identity — that of a postseason hitter. In some prior series, he’s hit walk‑off homers, produced timely extra‑base hits, and simply found ways to hurt opponents when it mattered most. His range of October contributions is a big reason he got the chances to accumulate this total.
In Game 1 of this NLCS, he nearly set the record already. He drilled a long drive to center that looked destined for history, only to see it turn into a bizarre 8‑6‑2 double play when the ball popped out of the outfielder’s glove, leading to a double play instead of a homer. (ABC7 Los Angeles) That would have been poetic, but baseball has a way of rewriting script at the last moment.
Still, that prior shot reminded everyone that the record was in his sights. And he delivered when the moment came. The response from fans, media, and teammates has ranged from admiration for his clutch pedigree to reflections on how special it is to hold a record in a franchise with so much October history.
Some critics might point to the expanded playoff format, or the frequency with which the Dodgers reach the postseason, but those are constants for all players on those teams. What separates a Muncy from a role‐player or a hitter who fades in October is the consistent ability to do damage in the postseason, whether in low or high leverage spots.
Breaking franchise records is rarely overnight. Records are built over time, with accumulation, resilience, and moments of flash. Muncy’s 14th homer does not erase missteps or quiet series, but it vaults him into a spot few anticipated when he first arrived in L.A. He’s done it through durability, opportunism, and an uncanny knack for turning October at-bats into narrative points.
To his credit, when asked after the game, Muncy acknowledged what it meant to him. He noted that this organization is historic, with many legendary players, and to have “a little history” in that context feels big. But he also emphasized that it’s really about being given chances — games, at-bats, winters of keeping himself ready — that allow a player to accumulate such numbers. (MLB.com)
His path hasn’t been without adversity. He missed the 2021 postseason due to injury. (True Blue LA) He’s had slumps, positional adjustments, and the grind of maintaining his stand in a star-studded clubhouse. But when October rolls around, he seems to transform. Some players thrive in the bright lights; Muncy has leaned into them.
From a historical perspective, this kind of record tends to age well. Postseason home run leaders are carved into October lore. When fans look back on dominant postseason hitters for a franchise, the names that come up routinely are those who delivered when it counted most. Now Muncy’s name will be part of that discussion in Dodgers history — among those who stood tallest when the stakes were highest.
This individual milestone adds to the narrative of the 2025 Dodgers, a team loaded with stars but enriched by the contributions of role players who rise in October. Shohei Ohtani, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Mookie Betts, Teoscar Hernández — they grab headlines — but history is being written in tandem by players like Muncy in the margins and the moments.
Looking ahead, the record is Muncy’s to defend. Each October appearance gives him a chance to add to that total. But the fact that he’s already broken a tie and now stands alone is a momentous shift. The torch has changed hands — or perhaps more accurately, it’s now in the hands of the current Dodger of October legend.
In the broad narrative of Dodgers postseason lore, the list of all‑time performers includes names from Golden Era greats to modern stars. To rise to the top in even one major counting stat is to cement yourself among that lineage. Muncy, by hitting his 14th postseason homer, has taken that step — and done so with a scarred, battle-tested approach that seems made for October.
