Dodgers' Alex Vesia Shares Heartbreaking Loss of Newborn Daughter
Dodgers relief pitcher Alex Vesia and his wife, Kayla, announced the tragic death of their newborn daughter on Instagram, explaining his absence from the World Series.
Personal Family Matter Causes Vesia's Absence
Vesia left the Dodgers just before the World Series, with the team citing “a deeply personal family matter.” The couple was expecting their first child when Vesia’s World Series roster spot was withdrawn.
Tributes During the World Series
- Vesia’s teammates honored him by wearing his number “51” on their caps throughout the series.
- Opponents, the Toronto Blue Jays, joined in this tribute to show solidarity.
Instagram Announcement
“Our little angel we love you forever & you’re with us always,” the post read. “Our beautiful daughter went to heaven Sunday October 26th. 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.”
“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.”
“Thank you Dodger Nation, Blue Jays organization and all baseball fans for your love and support. We have seen ALL your messages, comments and posts. It’s brought us so much comfort.”
Summary
Alex Vesia and his wife shared the devastating loss of their newborn daughter, receiving heartfelt support from both teams and fans during the World Series.