Max Muncy is not in the Los Angeles Dodgers' starting lineup against the Atlanta Braves, with the club choosing Rojas at third base for the matchup.
Why Muncy is sitting
The Dodgers are making the change against another left-handed pitcher. Starting Rojas gives Los Angeles a different look at the bottom of the batting order while matching the infield setup to the opposing pitcher.
The available lineup update ties Muncy's absence from the start to the Dodgers' tactical decision at third base. It does not provide an injury explanation.
What it means for the Dodgers
Rojas will handle third base at the beginning of the game, while Muncy remains available as a potential option later. That gives the Dodgers flexibility to alter their lineup as the contest develops.
For now, the key change is limited to the starting arrangement: Muncy is out of the opening lineup, and Rojas takes his place at third against the left-handed pitcher.
Bottom line
Max Muncy is sitting out the start because of the Dodgers' matchup-based lineup choice. The club is turning to Rojas at third base while keeping Muncy available for possible use later in the game.