Max Muncy carries a $10 million club option for next year but has struggled with durability and will be 35 at the start of the 2026 season. The Dodgers could prefer a younger, more durable corner infielder despite Muncy’s leadership and production. Japanese third baseman Munetaka Murakami is expected to arrive this winter and generate significant interest as a power slugger. Alex Bregman, 31, projects to be a top free agent if he opts out, having produced strong offensive numbers this season while missing time with a quad injury. Bregman fits multiple contending teams, including the Dodgers.
Could the Los Angeles Dodgers be looking to upgrade their infield this offseason? Max Muncy has a $10 million club option for next year. Though his value to the team as both a leader and a producer is understandable, he's had a difficult time staying healthy. At 35 years of age by the start of next season, one has to wonder whether the Dodgers may look to move towards a younger, more durable option in 2026.
"Bregman, who is making $40 million this year and signed for two more years at that rate, will likely opt out of his contract and seek a longer-team deal. He missed time this season with a quad injury but has hit .299/.379/.542 in 327 plate appearances. It appears Boston would be his first choice in free agency, but he is an obvious fit with several other contending teams including the Phillies, Yankees, Tigers, Dodgers, Mariners and even the Mets."
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