Max Muncy will miss an estimated six weeks due to a bone bruise in his left knee. Consequently, the Dodgers will expand Tommy Edman's role to include third base, as he has previously played this position. Manager Dave Roberts announced plans to utilize Edman in center field but will instead have him take on third base duties temporarily. Esteury Ruiz has been recalled from Triple-A to fill Muncy's spot on the roster. Historically, Edman has had a solid performance at third base, with 94 career appearances there.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts indicated plans to expand Tommy Edman's role to include third base duties following Max Muncy's knee injury, despite him primarily playing second base earlier.
Edman has made 94 career appearances at third base and is set to take on that position again while also continuing to play second base against right-handed pitching.
The Dodgers recalled Esteury Ruiz from Triple-A Oklahoma City as a replacement for Muncy; he's had a successful season with a .292 batting average and 37 RBIs.
Roberts revealed plans to rotate players at third base, using Edman, Kiké Hernández, and Miguel Rojas depending on the opposing pitcher.
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