MLB

Dodgers hopeful Miguel Rojas will be ready for NLCS roster

October 10, 2026

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder **Miguel Rojas** took a step toward returning to the lineup after participating in a light workout at Dodger Stadium on Friday, battling lingering back and hip discomfort from an injury suffered during Game 3 of the NLDS against the Atlanta Braves. The 37-year-old veteran, who exited the game mid-at-bat in the eighth inning, spent the past few days undergoing treatment and imaging tests that revealed no new concerns beyond prior issues.

Dodgers manager **Dave Roberts** expressed cautious optimism, noting Rojas’s progress but emphasizing the need for further evaluation before a final decision on Sunday’s NLCS roster deadline. If activated, Rojas would bolster a Dodgers bench already trimmed to accommodate a 13-man pitching staff for the best-of-seven series in Milwaukee, a roster adjustment that reduces depth compared to the NLDS lineup.

Rojas has been a key offensive contributor this season, particularly against left-handed pitchers, posting a .293/.340/.469 slash line and a 121 wRC+ while leading the team with 40 pinch-hit appearances. His versatility and experience could prove critical in a series where the Dodgers’ bench has been pared down, though Roberts acknowledged backup options exist if Rojas remains unavailable.

The team must also weigh the risk of activating him too soon, as an injury during the NLCS would disqualify him from the World Series if needed later. With the decision looming, Roberts stressed the importance of ensuring Rojas’s readiness before committing to his inclusion.