History of Johan Rojas in Timeline

Johan Stiven Rojas is a Dominican professional baseball outfielder currently playing for the Philadelphia Phillies in Major League Baseball (MLB). He signed with the Phillies as an international free agent in 2018, marking the beginning of his professional baseball career.

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August 14, 2000: Johan Rojas' birth

On August 14, 2000, Johan Stiven Rojas was born. He later became a professional baseball outfielder.

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January 18, 2018: Signed with Phillies

On January 18, 2018, Johan Rojas signed with the Philadelphia Phillies organization as an international free agent for $10,000 after impressing them with his energy and exit velocity at their Boca Chica academy.

2018: Signed with the Phillies as an international free agent

In 2018, Johan Rojas signed with the Philadelphia Phillies as an international free agent.

2019: Played for Gulf Coast Phillies and Williamsport Crosscutters

In 2019, Johan Rojas played for the rookie-level Gulf Coast Phillies and Low-A Williamsport Crosscutters, achieving a .265/.313/.429 batting average with 2 home runs, 15 RBI, and 14 stolen bases.

2020: Season Cancellation due to COVID-19

In 2020, Johan Rojas did not play due to the cancellation of the minor league season because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

2021: Played for three affiliates

In 2021, Johan Rojas played for the rookie-level Florida Complex League Phillies, Single-A Clearwater Threshers, and High-A Jersey Shore Blue Claws, achieving career highs in home runs (11), RBI (52), and stolen bases (34).

November 15, 2022: Added to Phillies' 40-man roster

On November 15, 2022, the Phillies added Johan Rojas to their 40-man roster to protect him from the Rule 5 draft.

July 14, 2023: Promoted to Major Leagues

On July 14, 2023, Johan Rojas was promoted to the major leagues for the first time, following an injury to Cristian Pache.

August 2024: Filed grievance against sports agent

In August 2024, Johan Rojas filed a grievance against his former sports agent Yasser Mendez, alleging financial misconduct related to loans and investments in Mendez's baseball academy.