For a few chaotic minutes, the Dodgers and Miguel Rojas‘ plans for a “three-peat together” on his probable last career season were thrown into turmoil. The news broke like a thunderclap: clubhouse leader Miguel Rojas, suspended for 80 games due to PEDs. The report was stunning, but the truth behind it was even more bizarre.

While Rojas’ game-tying homer off the Toronto Blue Jays’ closer Jeff Hoffman in the 2025 World Series Game 7 is still fresh in our memories, this update definitely took us aback. Until Evan Drellich, who first reported it, corrected himself.

“I’ve deleted a post incorrectly identifying who was suspended today. It was Johan Rojas of the Philadelphia Phillies who was suspended.”

The new update arrived on our feeds just minutes after the previous post was deleted.

Reports confirmed that Johan Rojas tested positive for Boldenone, a banned anabolic steroid under MLB policy.

His suspension became official after the failed appeal, as reported by Bob Nightengale. Rojas is suspended without pay and won’t be eligible to play in the 2026 postseason. And looking back at his performance, it feels even more difficult for the Phillies.

Rojas had a .224 average in 71 games. This season, he was supposed to contribute to the outfield depth, with Brandon Marsh and Otto Kemp on left, Justin Crawford in center, and Adolis García in right field.

The 25-year-old was expected to be the fifth one on that chart. He could have been an alternative Crawford in case he had an injury or suffered in some other way.

Now, this suspension added another mark on the Philadelphia Phillies. It is their second suspension in two seasons involving PEDs.

In 2025, it was Jose Alvarado who got suspended for 80 games for the use of exogenous testosterone substances.

But after Rojas’ suspension, the front office has issued a statement.

“The Phillies fully support Major League Baseball’s Joint Prevention and Treatment Program and are disappointed to hear today’s news of Johan’s violation.”

On the upside, though, Miguel Rojas’ name staying clear of it all has surely brought relief in the Los Angeles Dodgers camp.

Why is Miguel Rojas important for the Dodgers in 2026?

With the PEDs scare gone, let us focus on why most fans panicked when they heard this news. And why Miguel Rojas is important to the Dodgers.

In 2025, Miguel Rojas delivered a Game 7 moment that will be remembered for ages to come. Trailing 4-3 in the top of the ninth, it was Rojas’ homer that sent the game into extra innings, and ultimately in LA’s comeback. That postseason swing and the defensive contributions in the World Series ultimately led to the retention.

In 2025, he posted an average of .262 and 7 home runs, showing limited power but consistent hitting.

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Looking ahead, the Dodgers have confirmed that they already have a player development role for him past the 2026 season. He has expressed a strong interest in coaching, even discussing roles with Venezuela manager Omar López.

This probably means that Rojas will be more of a clubhouse leader than a player in 2026.

His defensive reliability and experience will support younger players in adjusting to high-pressure situations, as he did with Gavin Lux during his injury. Now, fans see 2026 as a farewell stretch.