Dodgers' Miguel Rojas recalls family's close call during Venezuelan earthquakes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 6:47 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Los Angeles Dodgers player Miguel Rojas shared that his wife and children experienced a near-miss during recent earthquakes in Venezuela. While staying in Caracas, they were just two blocks away from where two buildings collapsed. Rojas mentioned they are safe but the situation in the country remains dire, with over 900 reported deaths. He emphasized the emotional toll on families, including those of fellow players. In solidarity, Rojas and the Dodgers wore caps with 'VZ' during a game against the San Diego Padres to honor earthquake victims.
- •Rojas' family was in Caracas during the earthquakes on June 26.
- •Buildings collapsed nearby, but his family is unharmed.
- •Over 900 people reported dead from the earthquakes.
- •Rojas and teammates honored victims with special caps.
- •The situation remains tough for many Venezuelan families.
- 6:47 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Player Miguel Rojas Recounts His Family’s Scary Close Call in Venezuela amid Deadly Earthquakes: ‘Still Alive’
"“I feel selfish saying everything is okay, because everything [being] okay with my family doesn’t mean everything is okay with the country,” Rojas said
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