Dodgers star Miguel Rojas returns to lineup after sudden death of his father

Dodgers star Miguel Rojas returned to the lineup Wednesday after the sudden death of his father, Miguel Rojas Sr.

The veteran infielder shared in an emotional post on his Instagram page that his father died Tuesday afternoon.

Rojas was scratched shortly before Tuesday's game after he learned 40 minutes before first pitch that his father had been rushed to the hospital.

He was back in the starting lineup at shortstop for Wednesday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays. The game was played in the same ballpark where he hit his memorable World Series home run.

Several Dodgers players had MR written on their caps in tribute.

Rojas made his debut with the Dodgers in 2014 before being traded to the Miami Marlins. He returned to the Dodgers in 2023 and has played a key role in the team winning back-to-back World Series titles.