Max Muncy

The Athletics activated Max Muncy from the 10-day injured list on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Muncy is back with the Athletics after being out since July 22 due to a right hand fracture. His return provides the team with much-needed infield depth, particularly now that Zack Gelof (shoulder) has been ruled out for the season.

Max Muncy began a hitting progression on Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Muncy, who has been able to participate in baseball activities, is now testing his hand by progressing through a hitting program. He will likely need a rehab assignment before being reinstated from the injured list.

A's infielder Max Muncy is doing baseball activities but is still not hitting as he deals with a hairline fracture in his hand.

Fantasy Impact

At one point, it looked as if Muncy would be good to return once swelling in his hand went down, but he has been out since July 21. The rookie has hit .215 with nine homers and a .643 OPS across 59 games this season.

A's infielder Max Muncy (hand) has begun baseball activities but is still not hitting.

Fantasy Impact

The hairline fracture in Muncy's right hand was supposed to allow him to play when the swelling went down, but the rookie is still not hitting. The 22-year-old has hit .215 with nine homers in 59 games this season.

A's infielder Max Muncy has a hairline fracture in his hand but should be able to play through it once the swelling subsides.

Fantasy Impact

Muncy was placed on the 10-day injured list on July 22, but it doesn't appear to be a lengthy absence. The 22-year-old is hitting .215 with nine homers across 59 games this season.