Miguel Rojas Retires From Major League Baseball
The veteran infielder ends his professional career following the Dodgers' loss in the National League Championship Series.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Baseball
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Following a 6-4 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 4 of the National League Championship Series, Miguel Rojas announced his retirement from Major League Baseball. The 37-year-old infielder concludes a career that spanned from 2014 through 2026.
Why it matters
The decision marks the end of an era for the veteran who served as a key utility player for both the Los Angeles Dodgers and Miami Marlins. Rojas noted that he is moving on to the next chapter of his life, with ambitions to pursue a coaching role within the Dodgers organization.
Rojas finished his career with a .260 batting average and a .677 OPS across his professional tenure. He played 103 games in 2024 with a .283 batting average and 114 games in the 2025 regular season.
The players
Miguel Rojas
He is a veteran infielder who played for the Miami Marlins and the Los Angeles Dodgers over his 12-year professional career.
Los Angeles Dodgers
This is a professional baseball team based in Los Angeles that competes in the National League West division of Major League Baseball.
Milwaukee Brewers
This is a professional baseball team based in Milwaukee that competes in the National League Central division of Major League Baseball.
The details
Rojas spent eight seasons with the Miami Marlins before returning to the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2023. During his career, he secured two World Series championships, including the title won by the Dodgers in 2025.
Timeline
Miguel Rojas began his MLB career in 2014.
Rojas returned to the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2023.
Rojas helped the Dodgers win a World Series title in 2025.
The Dodgers lost the NLCS and Rojas retired on October 15, 2026.
Season Trajectory
The retirement of a core veteran follows a season where the franchise failed to repeat as champions, signaling a potential shift in roster leadership. This transition leaves the Dodgers looking to fill a utility gap while integrating experienced former players into the coaching staff.
With the retirement of the veteran infielder, the Dodgers face a vacancy in their defensive utility rotation for the upcoming season. Fans and fantasy managers should expect the club to evaluate internal prospects or free agents to fill the versatile role previously held by Rojas.
The takeaway
Rojas leaves a legacy as a versatile defender and clubhouse leader after over a decade in the league. His transition to coaching highlights the common path for veteran players to leverage their field knowledge into leadership roles within the same organization.
Further reading
For more on the current state of the team, read the Los Angeles Baseball section.
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