Miguel Rojas reveals retirement plan after signing $5M Dodgers contract

One of the protagonists of the Dodgers' stunning comeback in Game 7 of the World Series, Miguel Rojas is set to continue calling Dodger Stadium home in 2026.

Aiming to complete a historic three-peat before calling time on his career, the outfielder agreed to a one-year, $5 million deal on Wednesday.

Shortly after, Rojas took to Instagram, sharing his plans for the future with fans.

"One Last Ride Los Angeles 💙 I’m excited to announce that I’m coming back with just one and only goal and is to 3-peat," Rojas posted. "2026 will be my final season playing in professional baseball and I’m honored to finish my career with the @dodgers .

"In 2027, I will transition into a role helping the Dodgers in their Player Development Department & Front office. See you fans soon in Spring Trining 💙."

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MLB insiders have their say on Miguel Rojas' extension

On Thursday's episode of "Hot Stove," insiders Matt Vasgersian and Yonder Alonso had their say on the Dodgers' decision to extend Miguel Rojas' contract for an additional year.

"Miggy Ro's back in blue," Vasgersian said (Timestamp: 0:05). "A one-year deal to keep him as a Dodger. I think this makes a lot of sense on so many levels. He will also remain in the organization in a player development capacity beyond the player contract of 2026, I think that's just as interesting as the fact that he's coming back."

"You know, I played with him when he was 16 years old," Alonso said (Timestamp: 0:25). "The first time I signed with the Reds, they sent me out to summer league in Sarasota at the time. There's this young kid who's 15-16 years old. Always had a good glove, knows his presence, knows his value, knows his role. When you hit a big home run like that in the World Series in Game 7, you gotta bring the guy back. He understands who he is and what he means to a team like that, I love the signing."

Miguel Rojas in action for the Dodgers - Source: Getty

The 2026 season will be Miguel Rojas' 13th and final at the major league level, after which he will immediately transition into a front-office role, helping the Dodgers recognize and nurture talent.