Miguel Rojas to Retire After 2026 Season: His 'Last Dance' with the Dodgers and Quest for a Three-Peat
He’s the “clubhouse leader” of the Los Angeles Dodgers – Miguel Rojas. It’s now confirmed: the 2026 season will be his last in a uniform. To be precise, this isn’t a forced decision but his own choice for a “perfect farewell.” Right after last season’s World Series victory, he declared: “When next season (2026) ends, I’m taking off the jersey.” In that moment, every fan at Dodger Stadium, and all of us watching on screens, could only think: “We have to get a three-peat for this man.”
Extension with the “Heart” of the Team: Worth $5.5 Million
In December 2025, the Dodgers re-signed Rojas to a one-year, $5.5 million deal (approx. ¥820 million). This isn’t just a sentimental gesture to a veteran. In the 2025 season, he played 114 games, batting .262 with 7 home runs. Defensively, he delivered Gold Glove-calibre work. More than anything, his true value shines in the postseason. Following 2024, Rojas was again the Dodgers’ “joker” in 2025. Whether at shortstop, second, or third base, he fills any injury hole more naturally than anyone else, and shifts the energy of a sinking dugout. His “winner’s aura” is something stats alone can’t measure.
The Unforgettable 2025 World Series Game 7: A Blow for the Ages
Why are Dodgers fans so drawn to Rojas? It was proven in the 2025 World Series, Game 7, top of the 9th inning. Down by one run against the Toronto Blue Jays, with just three outs left ending their repeat hopes – a do-or-die moment. Pinch-hitting, Rojas took an outside low pitch on a 1-1 count and drove it the other way. The ball kept carrying, landing in the right-field stands. A dramatic, game-tying solo home run. That was the moment the name “Miguel Rojas” was forever etched into the memory of not just baseball fans, but everyday people.
Unshakeable Popularity, Seen in the “APPRECIATION T-SHIRT”
This impact is, of course, reflected in the merchandise market. In shops around LA and on various online sites, sales of gear featuring Rojas’ number “72” are surging.
- APPRECIATION T-SHIRT ROYAL BLUE BREAKINGT...: Many fans say, “I can’t watch a game without this royal blue T-shirt.”
- Miguel Rojas Jersey: Embroidered home white and limited custom models are especially popular. Not just official ones, but even “unofficial (custom)” jerseys are in short supply.
- Uniforms for Kids and Adults: Seeing parents and children waving “Miguel Rojas” towels together has become a trademark sight at Dodger Stadium.
Attention to Detail in Uniforms: Authentic on and off the Field
Among fans, demand is especially high for the Miguel Rojas jersey MIGUEL ROJAS uniform – particularly the “white home,” “number 72 embroidered” versions. Sellers offering unofficial custom orders are on the rise, but local die-hards say: “If you love Rojas’ playing style – gritty yet reliable defence – you should choose a well-embroidered one, not cheap prints.” That’s how much his career is filled with attention to “details.” Having made his MLB debut with the Dodgers in 2014, spent eight years with the Miami Marlins, and then returned – this man carries a different weight on his shoulders.
2026 Season Opener: Hopes Riding on a Farewell Year
Fast forward to March 27, 2026 (local time March 26). The Dodgers beat the Arizona Diamondbacks to start the season with a win. In this game’s celebration ceremony honouring the World Series champions, who carried out the 2024 and 2025 trophies? Freddie Freeman and Miguel Rojas. While Shohei Ohtani received the ceremonial first pitch from Magic Johnson, Rojas hoisted the trophy high. His face was full of determination – this isn’t over yet.
However, Rojas’ 2026 won’t be smooth sailing. Initially, he was eager to represent his home country Venezuela in the 2026 World Baseball Classic (WBC). But age (37) and insurance issues related to his contract forced him to abandon that plan. Still, he says: “My goal hasn’t changed. It’s a three-peat. The pride of Venezuela that I would have worn in the WBC – I’ll express it in a Dodgers uniform.”
And What Comes After
Miguel Rojas is no mere mercenary. The team has already prepared a role for him in player development after he retires. The play we see from “Miguel Rojas” this season isn’t just about contributing to wins. It’s an on-the-job lesson to pass on “winning know-how” to the next generation of Dodgers. That’s why, as the season progresses, young players never leave his side. That’s why, in a Dodgers squad packed with superstars, he remains “the indispensable man.”
Rojas said: “I’m not doing this for the money. I came back to win a three-peat with this team.” The Dodgers emblem on his chest. The last dance of number 72, carrying that pride. Don’t take your eyes off him.