Max Muncy and Ildemaro Vargas collide and exit game due to injuries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 3:43 AM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
During a game on June 5, 2026, Dodgers player Max Muncy and Diamondbacks player Ildemaro Vargas collided while running to first base. Both players fell to the ground and were forced to leave the game. Muncy sustained a cut on his nose and may have injured his right wrist, while Vargas appeared to limp away but showed no immediate major injuries. Both are critical to their teams' lineups, and the teams are awaiting further updates on their conditions.
- •Max Muncy left the game with shortness of breath and a potential wrist injury.
- •Ildemaro Vargas exited after the collision but seemed to have no major visible injuries.
- •The collision occurred as both players reached first base simultaneously.
- •Teams are awaiting further updates on the players' health.
- •Muncy is known for his power hitting; Vargas has had a breakout season.
- 3:43 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers' Max Muncy, Diamondbacks' Ildemaro Vargas injury updates are scary after collision
"This is about as painful as you'll ever see.
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