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**Dodgers’ Muncy Hit by Pitch for Second Straight Night, Avoids Serious Injury**

**SAN FRANCISCO** – Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy endured another frightening hit-by-pitch incident Saturday night, marking the second consecutive game he was removed from play after being struck by a ball. This time, a 94.1 mph sinker from San Francisco Giants pitcher Matt Gage connected with the right side of Muncy’s head in the sixth inning of the Dodgers’ eventual 13-7 victory.

Muncy remained on the ground for several moments after the impact, clutching his head. After being evaluated by team trainers, he initially stayed in the game to run the bases but was subsequently replaced by Kiké Hernández at third base in the bottom of the inning.

“Scary moment, but he came out of it fine,” said Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, who indicated the decision to remove Muncy was precautionary.

Muncy himself downplayed the severity of the blow. “Jaw hurts a little bit, but I did get hit in the face,” he acknowledged. “But I played enough football growing up. Know all the signs I need to be looking for, and I don’t have any of those, so it’s obviously good. Sucks to get hit again, but that’s baseball.”

The Dodgers will continue to monitor Muncy for any delayed symptoms, particularly concerning the possibility of a concussion, but are optimistic that he has avoided a serious injury. He was already slated to have a preplanned day off on Sunday when the Dodgers face Giants’ lefty Robbie Ray.

The incident follows a similar situation on Friday night when Muncy was hit on the hand/wrist area. While X-rays on the hand came back negative, Muncy expressed concerns about his throwing ability. He did start Saturday night, however.
Roberts had already noted that the team was monitoring his hand and willing to remove him, if needed, before the latest HBP ended Muncy’s night.

The Dodgers hope both incidents will prove to be minor setbacks as they continue their series against the Giants.

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