Max Muncy sets MLB record for most consecutive successful plate appearances in single postseason

While other players may get more of the headlines, there have been few as impactful as Max Muncy this postseason. The Los Angeles Dodgers infielder tied the MLB record for getting on base the most times in a row in the playoffs, while also setting the single-postseason record. For 12 straight plate appearances, Muncy did not get out, and at the very least stood on first base.

This tied New York Yankees legend Reggie Jackson, who did it over two postseasons in 1977 and 1978. Muncy did it in one postseason. In fact, he did it in one series.

The New York Mets have been unable to keep him off the basepaths. He crossed David Ortiz's 2007 and Billy Hatcher's 1990 single-postseason records before tying Jackson.

The Dodgers stand on the cusp of a World Series berth thanks to a lot of players. Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts have deservedly gotten a lot of praise for their stellar performances, but it's Muncy who has perhaps been the most impactful of late.

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Max Muncy reflects on MLB postseason record

Max Muncy recorded an out in his fifth plate appearance during Game 4, coming one short of owning the MLB record for all-time consecutive postseason successful plate appearances by himself.

Max Muncy has a new MLB postseason record (Imagn)

He said after the game, via MLB:

“I definitely wasn't aware of it, but it's obviously really cool for me. The most important thing is that it means I’m getting on base, giving my teammates a chance to drive me in, creating havoc, doing anything I can. To me, that's just the important thing, is that I’m having good at-bats and helping get on base for guys.”

Muncy's streak began in his second plate appearance of Game 2 and lasted through his first four plate appearances of Game 4.

Muncy will try to start a new streak and get the Dodgers into the World Series on Friday night in Game 5 with the Mets down 3-1.