Why Miguel Rojas could reconsider retirement if Dodgers win again
Miguel Rojas, a veteran infielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers, initially planned to retire after the 2026 season but is now considering returning if the team wins a third consecutive World Series. The 37-year-old has been performing well early in the season, both physically and offensively, which has influenced his reconsideration. Rojas emphasized that any decision would depend on the team's success, his physical condition, and discussions with his family and the organization.
- ▪Miguel Rojas said he could reconsider retirement if the Dodgers achieve a three-peat in the World Series.
- ▪Rojas has a .341 batting average and has played extensively at second base and shortstop due to teammate injuries.
- ▪He previously agreed to join the Dodgers’ player development department as a coach in 2027, contingent on retiring after 2026.
- ▪Rojas reached 1,000 career hits in April 2026, which prompted him to rethink his future goals.
- ▪He stated he would only consider returning if it were with the Dodgers and not any other team.
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MLB Why Miguel Rojas could reconsider retirement if Dodgers win again By Jack Harris Published May 1, 2026, 6:12 p.m. ET ST. LOUIS — As far back as last year’s MLB playoffs, veteran Dodgers infielder Miguel Rojas said he planned to retire at the end of the 2026 season. Thus, it came as a surprise this week when Rojas told Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic that he could reconsider the decision under one specific scenario. “If we three-peat,” he said. The Dodgers’ Miguel Rojas said he would like to return next season if LA three-peats. Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images Given the Dodgers’ status as World Series front-runners, that might not be a very big “if” at all.
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