Miguel Rojas can feel the end getting closer and there’s only one team he wants to finish with

• Veteran infielder Miguel Rojas reflects on his impending retirement after 13 seasons in Major League Baseball.

• The two time World Series champion vows that he will not play for any franchise other than the Los Angeles Dodgers.

• Rojas is scheduled to take his U.S. naturalization exam in Miami right before the start of the NLDS.

On the verge of entering another postseason campaign in Major League Baseball, veteran infielder Miguel Rojas is experiencing an emotional period of reflection regarding his professional future in the sport. Having established himself as a vital clubhouse leader and a key contributor to two World Series titles with the Los Angeles Dodgers, the 37 year old athlete candidly acknowledges that his 13 year playing career is approaching its final chapter. Yet amidst the emotion of considering his retirement, the experienced infielder maintains total certainty on one fundamental point: he has no desire to play for any other team in Major League Baseball.

 

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Leadership, fan gratitude and championship legacy

Since returning to the Dodgers in 2023, Rojas surpassed initial expectations of serving merely as a defensive insurance policy, evolving into an indispensable leader for the organization. Recognized by his teammates with the Roy Campanella award for three consecutive years, his heroic performance in Game 7 of the 2025 World Series cemented his place in franchise lore. Over the final home stand of the regular season, the Venezuelan infielder took to social media to express his heartfelt gratitude to the fans at Dodger Stadium, choosing to process his emotional farewell privately and authentically rather than orchestrating a formal retirement tour.

Undying loyalty to the Dodgers organization

As his one year, $5.5 million contract expires at the conclusion of this postseason run, Rojas finds himself weighing the decision to walk away from the game on a daily basis. Despite taking time to deliberate his final choice, the veteran made it clear that his playing days will end in Los Angeles, stating that it would make no sense to wear another uniform after everything achieved with the franchise. Should he decide to hang up his spikes this winter, the Dodgers organization plans to transition him into a role within their player development department, paving the way for his long term goal of managing in the majors.

 

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Milestone off the field: U.S. citizenship

Alongside his postseason preparation, Rojas is set to achieve a major personal milestone by taking his United States naturalization exam in Miami on October 2. After facing administrative delays earlier in the year due to immigration holds affecting Venezuelan nationals following political events in his home country, the veteran secured his rescheduled appointment just in time for the playoffs. Claiming a first round bye gives Rojas the window needed to complete his citizenship process before rejoining the Dodgers for Game 1 of the NLDS as they launch their quest for an unprecedented third consecutive World Series title.

Cover photos from: @dodgers – @miggyslocker