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    Miguel Rojas is shining at shortstop. Will Dodgers keep him there when Mookie Betts returns?

    by Mike DiGiovanna, Los Angeles Times Jul 01, 2024 5 minutes
    Los Angeles Dodgers' Miguel Rojas dives to make a catch for the out on Texas Rangers' Marcus Semien in the first inning at Dodgers Stadium on June 11, 2024, in Los Angeles.

    LOS ANGELES — It has been only two weeks since Miguel Rojas replaced the injured Mookie Betts as the Los Angeles Dodgers' starting shortstop, more than enough time for the 35-year-old veteran to alter the makeup of the team's infield come playoff time.

    The slick-fielding Rojas has reminded the Dodgers just how important it is to have a reliable defender at shortstop in October, one who won't make the team's front office, manager, coaches, players and fans squirm when the ball is hit to him.

    Rojas, who has not committed an error in 215 2/3 innings at shortstop this season, is clearly that guy. He has excellent range to his left and right, soft, sure hands, a strong and accurate throwing arm, and he's adept at starting and turning double plays.

    Rojas is athletic enough to make plays from a variety of body positions and arm

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