What happened: Ahead of the 2026 World Series opener, veteran infielder Miguel Rojas met with Junior Caminero to talk baseball before first pitch. The pregame conversation connected the newly retired infielder with the 23-year-old slugger as championship preparations concluded.

Why it matters: Caminero enters his first World Series as a central lineup piece following an ALCS power surge and a workout session where he broke a scoreboard during batting practice. Rojas brings perspective from two decades in professional baseball and remains present around the postseason stage immediately after concluding his active playing career.

What to watch: Caminero takes the field for Game 1 of the World Series tonight as the best-of-seven series begins. Rojas transitions into post-playing baseball roles following his retirement.