Josh Rojas 2B/3B CWS Thu 10/6/22 9:35 AM
Josh Rojas
2B/3B CWS
Rojas went 2-for-4 with a double and a two-run home run in Wednesday's 4-2 win over the Brewers.
EDGE Analysis
Rojas homered off righty reliever Trevor Gott with nobody out in the ninth inning to give Arizona a 3-2 lead. Across his final six games of 2022, the third baseman recorded a .409 average over 22 at-bats with three multi-hit games and four doubles. The 28-year-old closed out the season with a .269/.249/.391 slash line, nine home runs, 56 RBI, 66 runs and 23 steals in 510 plate appearances.
Josh Rojas 2B/3B CWS Tue 10/4/22 11:58 PM
Josh Rojas
2B/3B CWS
Rojas went 1-for-3 with a steal in Tuesday's loss against the Brewers.
EDGE Analysis
Rojas was one of the lone bright spots for Arizona as he recorded the team's sole hit on the night. The hit, a single to lead off the seventh inning, spoiled Milwaukee's bid for a combined no hitter and put him in position to swipe second base, which he did successfully. The stolen base was his 23rd of the season and third in his last five games. Over 506 plate appearances in 2022, Rojas has slashed .267/.347/.380.
Josh Rojas 2B/3B CWS Sun 10/2/22 11:17 PM
Josh Rojas
2B/3B CWS
Rojas went 3-for-5 with a pair of doubles and an RBI in Sunday's 4-3 extra-inning loss to the Giants.
EDGE Analysis
Rojas collected six hits in three games in this weekend series versus the Giants. He added four RBI, two runs scored and a pair of stolen bases. He slumped in September, but he could finish the year strong with a small burst of offense in the final week. The versatile 28-year-old has maintained a .268/.348/.383 slash line with eight home runs, 54 RBI, 65 runs scored, 22 stolen bases and 24 doubles through 122 contests this season.
Josh Rojas 2B/3B CWS Sat 10/1/22 3:01 AM
Josh Rojas
2B/3B CWS
Rojas went 2-for-4 with a double, an RBI, a stolen base and a run scored in Friday's 10-4 loss to the Giants.
EDGE Analysis
This was Rojas' first multi-hit effort since Sept. 11. The 28-year-old had a rough month, going 15-for-74 (.203), which cost him some playing time in combination with sloppy defense. He's been more good than bad in 2022 overall, logging a .264/.345/.376 slash line with eight home runs, 51 RBI, 64 runs scored and 21 steals in 120 games.
Josh Rojas 2B/3B CWS Sun 9/25/22 8:55 AM
Josh Rojas
2B/3B CWS
Rojas started at third base and went 0-for-2 with two walks and a run scored in Saturday's 5-2 win over the Giants.
EDGE Analysis
Rojas was held out of the starting lineup the previous three games -- two against left-handers and one against a right-hander -- largely due to erratic defense. He returned to action against San Francisco righty Alex Cobb Going forward, he could share third base with righty-hitting Emmanuel Rivera or switch hitter Sergio Alcantara.
Josh Rojas 2B/3B CWS Sat 9/24/22 8:50 AM
Josh Rojas
2B/3B CWS
Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said Rojas will remain an infielder through the end of the season, Jose M. Romero of the Arizona Republic reprots.
EDGE Analysis
Rojas has had recent defensive issues and was held out Friday's starting lineup for the third straight game -- two against a lefty and one against a righty. The recent lineup decisions appear to be more about the defensive issues than a lefty-on-lefty matter, but Rojas has not started the last four against lefties. Lovullo said he'll continue to use him as an infielder, but there will be discussions in the offseason about what may be the best fit for Rojas, who has experience in the outfield and at multiple infield positions. Next season's outfield appears well stocked, so he would be unlikely to get 500 plate appearances if limited to outfield. Pending any offseason acquisitions, Rojas could move back to being a super utility player, but that would also cap his opportunities.
Josh Rojas 2B/3B CWS Fri 9/23/22 6:46 PM
Josh Rojas
2B/3B CWS
Rojas is not in Friday's lineup against the Giants.
EDGE Analysis
The recent trend of Rojas sitting against left-handed pitchers continues with him taking a seat against Carlos Rodon. Sergio Alcantara is starting at third base and hitting seventh.
Josh Rojas 2B/3B CWS Thu 9/22/22 5:03 PM
Josh Rojas
2B/3B CWS
Rojas isn't starting Thursday against the Dodgers.
EDGE Analysis
Rojas was already confirmed to be losing playing time due to his defensive woes, but it's not clear whether or not he's completely lost the primary role at third base. Nonetheless, he will be held out Thursday in favor of Sergio Alcantara, who will bat seventh.
Josh Rojas 2B/3B CWS Thu 9/22/22 8:47 AM
Josh Rojas
2B/3B CWS
Rojas was held out of Wednesday's start because he's slipped defensively, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.
EDGE Analysis
The lefty-hitting Rojas is usually a lineup staple against right-handed starters -- Dustin May was on the mound for the Dodgers -- but he was replaced at third base by Emmanuel Rivera, a right-handed batter. Rojas failed to convert three chances during an ugly eighth inning Tuesday, when the Dodgers plated five runs in a 6-5 Arizona loss. "I told him he has to work out here pregame, he's got to get back to the basic fundamentals and develop that feeling and flow and a confidence in picking up ground balls," manager Torey Lovullo said. Infield coach Tony Perezchica is working with Rojas on the infielder's technique. Rojas is tied at 32nd out of 36 qualified third basemen with a minus-7 outs above average.
Josh Rojas 2B/3B CWS Wed 9/21/22 8:02 PM
Josh Rojas
2B/3B CWS
Rojas isn't starting Wednesday's game against the Dodgers.
EDGE Analysis
Rojas will take a seat Wednesday after going 1-for-4 in the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader. While he rests, Emmanuel Rivera will take his spot at third base and bat fifth.