Dodgers Pitcher Alex Vesia and Wife Mourn the Loss of Their Daughter
Dodgers pitcher Alex Vesia and his wife, Kayla, recently announced the tragic loss of their daughter, Sterling, on Instagram. The heartbreaking news was shared with the public on Friday, revealing that Sterling had passed away on October 26. This devastating event occurred during the World Series, forcing Vesia to step away from the team.
The Vesias had been expecting the birth of their first child during the Dodgers’ postseason run, making the loss even more difficult to bear. In a statement, they expressed their grief, saying, “Our little angel, we love you forever & you’re with us always. There are no words to describe the pain we’re going through but we hold her in our hearts and cherish every second we had with her.”
A Show of Support from the Dodgers and the Baseball Community
The Dodgers organization was quick to offer their support to the Vesia family, announcing that Alex would be absent from the team due to a “deeply personal family matter” just before Game 1 of the World Series. The team left him off their World Series roster and the family medical emergency list to ensure he didn’t feel pressured to return to the game.
Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman emphasized the importance of prioritizing the Vesia family’s well-being, stating, “This is so much bigger than baseball. And for us, it was doing whatever small part we could to just 100% be supportive.” The team’s bullpen also showed their support by writing Vesia’s number, 51, on the sides of their caps for the remainder of the series.
The Toronto Blue Jays’ relievers followed suit, displaying a similar gesture of solidarity in Games 6 and 7. The Vesias expressed their gratitude to the Dodgers, the Blue Jays, and the entire baseball community for their love and support during this difficult time, saying, “Thank you to the Dodgers for their understanding and support during this time. Our baseball family showed up for us and we wouldn’t be able to do this without them.”
A Time for Healing and Reflection
The outpouring of support from the baseball community has brought comfort to the Vesia family, who are still grappling with the loss of their daughter. As they navigate this challenging time, they are surrounded by the love and kindness of their peers, fans, and the broader baseball community.
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