Dodger veteran Rojas left early with a right shoulder injury and will retire after the season

Roxas. (AP)

[Sports Center/Comprehensive Report] Dodger 37-year-old veteran second baseman Miguel Rojas made a tackle during the game today, which aggravated his right shoulder injury and left the game early in the 9th inning. The Dodgers eventually lost to the Marlins 4-6 on the road, losing their second straight game. Rojas, who has played with a labral tear in his shoulder for many years, admitted that his shoulder is very sore.

In the 8th inning, Marlins batter Joe Mack hit a strong grounder down the middle. Rojas caught the ball but failed to block it, allowing his opponent to score a hit. At this time, Rojas became unwell and continued to stay on the field. He was replaced in the 9th inning.

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Rojas said in an interview after the game that he got stuck on the artificial turf when he threw down, causing his right arm to hyperextend. He will receive treatment on Monday, U.S. time, and hopes to recover as soon as possible.

Rojas said, "I may get injections, so this is nothing new for me. I have played with shoulder pain before, and what I feel in that position this time is a bit like the problem I already had in my right shoulder, maybe a little more aggravated. Because I felt like a 'pop' in the back of my shoulder, so it made it worse. We'll wait until tomorrow and see how it feels in the next 24 to 48 hours."

Dodgers head coach Dave Roberts said that the team will first observe Rojas' recovery status to see if he can play in the next series against the Reds. He hopes that Rojas will not be absent for too long.

Rojas admitted that at this stage of the season, players will try to endure some minor injuries so that they can continue to play. "I don't think this will keep me out for a long time. But at the same time, I have to be responsible for myself and see how my body feels tomorrow and the day after tomorrow."

In addition, Rojas is expected to retire after this season. A tribute video will be played before the Marlins home game. Rojas, who has been with the Marlins for 8 years, is deeply moved. "That is not just for me, but also for my family and the people who have supported me during my time here. I spent 8 years of my life playing for this team and gave everything I had. I am really grateful to them for arranging this tribute video."