Summary
Los Angeles Dodgers player Miguel Rojas spoke about being unable to join the World Baseball Classic (WBC) due to insurance issues affecting many Latin American players. Team Puerto Rico is also considering withdrawing from the tournament for similar reasons. Rojas plans to end his MLB playing career after the 2026 season and hopes to become a baseball manager.
Key Facts
- Miguel Rojas, a Dodgers player, could not take part in the World Baseball Classic because of insurance issues.
- Rojas mentioned these insurance problems seem to affect many Latin American players but not those from the U.S. or Japan.
- Team Puerto Rico may pull out of the WBC because several players couldn't join due to the same insurance issues.
- Dr. Jose Quiles, President of the Puerto Rico Baseball Federation, hinted that they are almost ready to withdraw from the tournament.
- In 2023, Rojas missed the WBC to play a starting role for the Dodgers after a teammate's injury.
- Rojas intends to retire after the 2026 MLB season and wants to become a manager in baseball.
- He believes his experience as a player will help him guide and coach future baseball players.
