In a surprising turn of events, the San Diego Padres have officially cut ties with veteran shortstop. The decision, confirmed by the team on Monday, was reportedly driven by unresolved contractual disputes between Rojas and the Padres’ front office.
Rojas, 35, has been a consistent presence in the infield and is known for his strong defensive skills and leadership on and off the field. He joined the Padres after a lengthy stint with the Miami Marlins, where he built a reputation as a reliable shortstop. Despite these contributions, the ongoing negotiations over his contract ultimately led to a parting of ways.
The Padres organization expressed gratitude for Rojas’ time with the team but acknowledged that both sides were unable to come to an agreement that would have kept him on the roster for the 2024 season. Rojas, who has also been a clubhouse leader, will now become a free agent, looking to continue his MLB career elsewhere.
The departure of Rojas leaves the Padres with a hole in their infield heading into the offseason. It remains to be seen how they will address this key position as they look to bolster their roster for the 2024 campaign.
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