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Marcus Semien's time as the Mets' starting second baseman may be inching closer to its end. The team's No. 1 prospect, Jefferson Rojas, made waves in the farm system this summer after the Mets traded for him, and now he's adding to his case for an Opening Day roster spot.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / October 21

Rojas Doubles in Dominican League; Girton, Lambert Fire Scoreless Innings in AFL

Top prospect Jefferson Rojas doubled Tuesday for his third extra-base hit in four Dominican Winter League games. The 21-year-old infielder went 1-for-3 with a run scored and is 5-for-14 with two homers in the DOWL.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / October 20

5 Mets Hitting Prospects Whose Stock Rose Most in 2026

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New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / October 18

Rojas Homers Twice in Winter League, Pitchers Successful in AFL

Jefferson Rojas is picking up where he left off in Syracuse. The Mets’ top prospect went 3-for-4 with two solo homers, three RBIs and three runs scored in the Gigantes del Cibao’s 7-1 victory Saturday over the Tigres del Licey in his second Dominican Winter League game.

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New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / October 17

Jefferson Rojas Record Hit in Winter League Debut

Jefferson Rojas made his Winter League debut Friday for the Gigantes del Cibao, continuing to impress since being traded to the Mets organization. The 21-year-old went 1-for-3 with a walk and a stolen base in his first game for the Gigantes.

New York Mets News / Amazin' Avenue / September 22

Mets Minor League Players of the Week: Week Twenty-Six

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New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / September 18

Jefferson Rojas Is Already Making Waves for Mets at Triple-A Syracuse

The 2026 season might be a lost cause for the New York Mets, who are playing out the string the rest of the way. However, the same can’t be said for the Mets’ farm system, which has been making some noise since the trade deadline.

New York Mets News / Minor League Baseball on SI / September 16

Mets Prospect Jefferson Rojas Makes Instant Impact in Triple-A Debut

The New York Mets' No. 1 prospect, infielder Jefferson Rojas, got his first taste of Triple-A action on Tuesday. And in his first game with the Triple-A Syracuse Mets, the 21-year-old immediately showed why he's a highly touted minor leaguer.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / September 14

Why Jefferson Rojas' Promotion to Triple-A Could Spell Bad News for Marcus Semien

While the New York Mets were wrapping up their series finale on Sunday against the New York Yankees, the team made a critical move, promoting top prospect Jefferson Rojas to Triple-A Syracuse.

New York Mets News / Mets Merized Online / September 13

Report: Jefferson Rojas Promoted To Triple-A

The New York Mets’ top prospect, Jefferson Rojas, is reportedly on his way to Triple-A Syracuse. This according to Will Sammon of the Athletic. Rojas and the Double-A Binghamton Rumble Ponies saw their season come to an end Sunday after their season finale was cancelled due to weather.

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New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / September 10

Why I'm Buying the Early Mets Hype Around Jefferson Rojas (And His Future in Queens)

Following an abysmal first half of the 2026 season, the New York Mets had no choice but to become sellers at the trade deadline. They also had to make sure they came out the other side with a top-100 prospect, a mission they accomplished by getting back Jefferson Rojas in a deal.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3

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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 30

Chicago Cubs prospect named among most likely to be traded by deadline

The Chicago Cubs are still expected to be aggressive buyers before the MLB trade deadline on August 3. With just about five days to go before that cutoff date, the breaking news regarding high-profile deals should start dropping anytime now.

MLB News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / July 29

Angels-Cubs Trade Rumors: Is Reid Detmers Headed to Chicago for Owen Ayers and Jefferson Rojas?

Last night Reid Detmers was pulled in a tie game after throwing only 84 pitches. This followed a previous home outing in which he only threw 85 pitches and was pulled from a one run game.

Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / July 1

Chicago Cubs Notebook: Five Home Runs Put Cubs Over the Top, Rojas’s Big Night in Knoxville, & More

The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 48-38 record after a high-scoring victory at Wrigley Field. Over the last 24 hours, the club secured its fourth consecutive win.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 7

Cubs Minor League Wrap: Jefferson Rojas homers again

A rain-shortened schedule today. Rained out. The game will not be made up. The Knoxville Smokies exiled the Birmingham Barons (White Sox), 7-4. The win moved the Smokies into a tie for first place in the Southern League North Division.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 20

Cubs Flashy Young Prospect is Biggest Trade Deadline Candidate to be Moved

The Chicago Cubs are starting to find their footing following what was an impressive weekend in which they were able to continue the misfortunes for the New York Mets in a three-game sweep.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 9

Cubs Minor League Wrap: Jefferson Rojas leads giant Smokies comeback win

Rained out. Doubleheader starting at 5:08 tomorrow. The Knoxville Smokies knocked the Rocket City Trash Pandas (Angels) out of orbit, 8-7. The Trash Pandas jumped all over Smokies starter Luis Martinez-Gomez with two runs in the first, one in the second and two more in the third.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 18

Cubs Young Infield Prospect Poised for Breakout After Strong Spring

The Chicago Cubs are just about a week away from Opening Day as they prepare for a 2026 campaign, which promises to be extremely exciting and potentially their best chance to win a title since 2016.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 6

Chicago Cubs manager marvels at surprise 20-year-old prospect: 'Wow'

The Chicago Cubs are focused on winning big this year and would seemingly have all the horses in place right now to do that. But they still have an eye on the future…and that future is making some big noise in spring training.

MLB News / ChiCitySports / February 24

Cubs' youngest 2026 non-roster invitee turning heads early in camp

In consecutive off-seasons, the Chicago Cubs have moved pieces from their farm system to acquire major league talent. Before the 2025 season, they traded big-leaguer Isaac Paredes along with prospects Hayden Wesneski and Cam Smith to land Kyle Tucker.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 17

This Chicago Cubs player cracks Fangraphs Top 100 Prospect list

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Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 19, 2025