Max Muncy Undergoes Knee Surgery Following Challenging 2026 Season

Athletics infielder Max Muncy underwent debridement surgery on his left knee to repair damaged cartilage. Expected to require a 6-to-8 week recovery timeline, Muncy should be fully healthy for Spring Training. The 24-year-old former first-round draft pick struggled during the 2026 campaign, batting .230/.296/.387 with nine home runs and negative defensive metrics that resulted in a -1.2 WAR across his final option year.