Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Miguel Rojas is in the lineup against the Toronto Blue Jays, one day after the death of his father, Miguel Rojas Sr.
Rojas revealed on Instagram that his father died unexpectedly. The Dodgers are currently playing a series against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Rojas’ Return to the Lineup
After missing Tuesday’s game, Rojas is playing shortstop and batting ninth in Wednesday’s series finale against Toronto.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts spoke to reporters before the game, saying that Rojas wanted to play. Roberts said, “To feel like he can go out there and play in a big league ball game, whether it’s a distraction, doing it in honor of his father, whatever reason, I heard that.”
Remembering Game 7
Rojas played a starring role in the decisive Game 7 against the Blue Jays last year. He hit a game-tying home run in the ninth inning.
Rojas’ Career
Rojas, 37, first played in the majors with the Dodgers in 2014. He was then traded to the Miami Marlins at the end of the season before returning to L.A. in another trade in 2023. This offseason, he re-signed with the Dodgers as a free agent.
Rojas has a career slash line of .260/.313/.362. He also has 57 home runs and 67 stolen bases in 13 major league seasons.
Roberts said Rojas would likely take a leave of absence, but that he wanted to play today.