Max Muncy put on an impressive performance, hitting two three-run homers and driving in a career-high seven runs, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers to an emphatic 18-2 victory over the New York Yankees on Saturday. This historic win marked the most runs ever scored by the Dodgers against the Yankees and set a National League record for runs against New York.
The Dodgers accumulated a season-high 21 hits during the game, showcasing a dominant offensive display. The only runs for the Yankees came from Aaron Judge, who hit his 20th and 21st homers. The Dodgers swiftly built a substantial lead, scoring four runs in the first inning thanks to key hits from Will Smith, Muncy, Michael Conforto, and Tommy Edman.
In the second inning, Muncy hit a 400-foot homer, which also celebrated his 200th career home run. The Los Angeles squad continued to pile on the runs, with Edman contributing a double and Kim hitting a 412-foot homer. Muncy’s second homer in the fifth stretched the Dodgers’ lead further, while Dalton Rushing hit a three-run shot off Yankees position player Pablo Reyes in the eighth.
Pitcher Landon Knack had a strong outing for the Dodgers, allowing just one run and five hits across six innings, while striking out six batters. The game also featured standout defensive moments, including an impressive catch by Kim, who made a heads-up play to double off a runner at second base.
This overwhelming victory highlights the Dodgers’ resilience and offensive power, particularly in their World Series rematch against the Yankees, having already outscored them 26-7 in the series. On Sunday, the teams will meet again as the Dodgers look to close out the series on a high note with Yoshinobu Yamamoto on the mound against the Yankees’ Ryan Yarbrough.
Overall, the performance from Muncy and the rest of the Dodgers not only reflects their skill but also serves as a hopeful sign as they drive toward the post-season.