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Sitting out versus lefty Rojas is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Rangers.

Impact As usual, the lefty-hitting Rojas finds himself on the bench while the Diamondbacks oppose a southpaw (Andrew Heaney). Evan Longoria will check in for Rojas at third base.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against southpaw Rojas is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rockies.

Impact Lefty Austin Gomber will be on the mound Sunday for Colorado, so Rojas finds himself on the bench for the third time in Arizona's past four games. Evan Longoria will receive another start at the hot corner, batting fifth.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers off bench Rojas went 1-for-3 with three RBI, a stolen base and a run scored in Friday's 9-1 win over the Rockies.

Impact Rojas pinch hit for shortstop Nick Ahmed in the seventh inning and remained in the game to play third base. He knocked in a run on a fielder's choice before delivering two more runs on a double in the ninth. The hit snapped an 0-for-15 run for Rojas, who is up to 14 RBI and three steals through 22 games. With right-hander Noah Davis on the hill for Colorado on Saturday, expect Rojas back in the starting lineup and leading off for the Diamondbacks.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting against lefty Rojas is not in the starting lineup Friday at Colorado.

Impact It'll be a right-handed-heavy attack for the Diamondbacks with left-hander Kyle Freeland on the mound for the Rockies. Rojas has a .711 OPS this year against righties and a .522 OPS versus lefties.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Resting against lefty Rojas is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Royals.

Impact The lefty-hitting Rojas will take a seat for the series finale with the Royals while southpaw Ryan Yarbrough toes the rubber for Kansas City. Emmanuel Rivera will replace Rojas at third base.

APRIL 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to lineup Rojas started at third base and went 0-for-4 in Tuesday's 5-4 loss to Kansas City.

Impact Rojas returned to the lineup after getting Monday off and was back at leadoff. The infielder has slumped of late, going hitless over the last 13 at-bats. With left-hander Cale Yarborough scheduled to throw Wednesday, Rojas could get another off day while Evan Longoria mans the hot corner.

APRIL 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets night off Rojas did not start or play in Monday's 5-4 win over Kansas City.

Impact Rojas was given a rest day after starting 15 consecutive games. Geraldo Perdomo took his spot atop the order, while Evan Longoria slotted in at the hot corner.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Josh Rojas' defense shining bright for Diamondbacks in season's early days Diamondbacks third baseman Josh Rojas is displaying level of consistency on defense that he lacked a year ago.

APRIL 17, 2023 • AZCENTRAL.COM

In against lefty Rojas started at designated hitter and went 1-for-4 in Friday's 5-1 loss to Miami.

Impact Rojas was in the starting lineup for the second time this season against a lefty (Trevor Rogers). Kyle Lewis (illness) opened the season as the DH against southpaws, but he remains out, so manager Torey Lovullo opted for Rojas, who entered the contest with a .412 average and 1.006 OPS, largely against righties.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Collects another three-hit game Rojas went 3-for-4 with two doubles, an RBI and two runs scored in Wednesday's 7-3 win over Milwaukee.

Impact Rojas continues to rake. This was his fourth three-hit game in nine starts, and he leads the team with 14 hits and a .412 batting average. The key for Rojas, who was benched several times last year for shoddy defense, is maintaining a dependable glove. He's done that thus far, albeit in a small sample size, and is currently tied for the most outs above average at the hot corner, per Theo Mackie of the Arizona Republic.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gurriel hits 3-run homer, D-backs take series from Brewers

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APRIL 12, 2023 • Associated Press

Merrill Kelly has no-hit bid ended in 7th by Adames homer

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APRIL 12, 2023 • Associated Press

Slots in against lefty Rojas started at designated hitter and went 1-for-3 with a walk and an RBI in Monday's 3-0 win over Milwaukee.

Impact The hot-hitting Rojas, who typically sits out against lefties, got the start in place of Kyle Lewis (illness) against Brewers southpaw Wade Miley. The move paid dividends immediately, as Rojas singled home Ketel Marte, who had doubled to lead off the bottom of the first inning. Rojas has a five game hit streak, going 11-for-20 with three doubles, five RBI and five runs scored during that stretch. The Brewers will throw righty Corbin Burnes on Tuesday, so expect Rojas in the lineup, either at DH or third base.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs three-hit game in win Rojas went 3-for-5 with two runs scored and a stolen base in Sunday's 11-6 win over the Dodgers.

Impact Rojas set the tone early for the Diamondbacks, leading off with a single, stealing second base then coming home of Pavin Smith's double. This was Rojas' third three-hit game, and he extended a hit streak to four. If his defense holds up, Rojas should continue as the strongside of a platoon at third base.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Diamondbacks' Josh Rojas, on Dodgers: 'It felt like they could feel the pressure' The Arizona Diamondbacks hit and ran their way to another win over the rival Los Angeles Dodgers on Easter Sunday.

APRIL 10, 2023 • AZCENTRAL.COM

D-backs get 16 hits, rout Dodgers 11-6, to take 3 of 4

Josh Rojas had his second straight three-hit game, Pavin Smith drove in three runs and the Arizona Diamondbacks got 16 hits in an 11-6 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers 11-6

APRIL 9, 2023 • Associated Press

Sitting against lefty Rojas isn't in Arizona's lineup for Friday's game with the Dodgers, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact After going 4-for-7 with three RBI over his last two games, Rojas will take a seat as fellow lefty Clayton Kershaw prepares to start on the mound for Los Angeles. Evan Longoria will take over in the hot corner and bat fifth.

APRIL 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Produces run in loss Rojas went 1-for-4 with a double and an RBI in Thursday's 5-2 loss to the Dodgers.

Impact Rojas has four hits, two doubles, three RBI and a stolen base in the last two games. He's settling in as what appears to be the strongside of a platoon at third base with Evan Longoria.

APRIL 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In leadoff spot Thursday Rojas is batting leadoff Thursday against the Dodgers.

Impact Rojas has been in the leadoff spot in each one of his starts so far this season, though he's also been sitting regularly against lefties. He'll kick things off for the Diamondbacks on Thursday versus right-hander Dustin May.

APRIL 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays role in small-ball win Rojas batted lead off and went 3-for-3 with a walk, two RBI, a run scored and a stolen base in Tuesday's 8-6 win over San Diego.

Impact The Diamondbacks' offense came alive for the first time this season with most of the production in the final four innings when it scored seven runs. Much of it can be chalked up to small-ball, as Rojas perfectly executed a slide into home on a double steal. Those were two of five stolen bases for Arizona. Rojas has shared third base with Evan Longoria, getting starts against right-handers. After an off-day, the D-backs return to action Thursday against the Dodgers and right-hander Dustin May.

APRIL 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Machado ejected, Padres blow 4-run lead, lose 8-6 to D-backs

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APRIL 4, 2023 • Associated Press

Takes seat against lefty Rojas is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Padres.

Impact The lefty-hitting Rojas will sit for the third time in five games this season, with all of his absences coming against left-handed pitching. Despite his lower usage thus far, Rojas should see the larger share of playing time at third base this season while the righty-hitting Evan Longoria seemingly fills a short-side platoon role.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In leadoff spot for Friday's game Rojas is starting at third base and batting leadoff for the Diamondbacks on Friday against the Dodgers.

Impact Rojas was on the bench in favor of Evan Longoria for the opener with the Dodgers throwing left-hander Julio Urias, but he'll start and lead off versus righty Dustin May. It figures to be a pretty regular platoon between the two this season, although Rojas offers the versatility to play multiple other positions, as well.

MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Wednesday Rojas (legs) will start at third base and bat second in Wednesday's Cactus League split-squad game against the Giants.

Impact Rojas has been dealing with some tightness in both of his legs and hasn't played in a spring game since March 8, but the Diamondbacks' decision to hold him out of action looks to have been mostly precautionary. The 28-year-old has moved between third base and second base over his first eight spring games, perhaps signaling that the Diamondbacks envision him filling more a utility role in 2023.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected back Wednesday Rojas (legs) is expected to play Wednesday, Theo Mackie of the Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Rojas has been held out of action while he deals with tightness in his legs. He has not played since the middle of last week.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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