Dodgers shortstop Miguel Rojas delivered a passionate defense of his performance after facing criticism from fans for the team’s struggles in the postseason. As tensions ran high, Rojas addressed fans directly on social media, responding to blame placed on him for Los Angeles’ loss to the San Diego Padres in Game 3 of their playoff series.
The incident unfolded just hours before the Dodgers extended the series with an 8-0 win in a do-or-die Game 4 on Tuesday, October 8. However, prior to the win, Rojas, 35, found himself defending his efforts after a viral Instagram Reel accused him of being a key reason for the previous night’s loss.
The post, captioned “YEAH MACHADO OUT ON THE GRASS WAS WACK, BUT MIGUEL ROJAS IS A HUGE REASON FOR THE L YESTERDAY,” caught the veteran shortstop’s attention, prompting him to engage with the criticism in a series of fiery comments.
Rojas didn’t hold back in his first response, expressing frustration over the notion that fans believe the players aren’t giving their all. “You think you guys are the only ones who want to win this sh–? Every single one of the players and people in this clubhouse are doing everything to f—ing win,” Rojas wrote. “It’s not because of the f—ing effort. We’re doing everything possible. If that’s not enough for you guys, I understand all you want is a victory after the final out. Nobody in this s— is lost. We’re playing to win, not to be the reason for the f—ing L.”
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