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Dodgers’ Alex Vesia Receives Ovation in First Outing Since Daughter’s Death

The left-hander describes returning to routine as therapeutic following the October loss of his newborn daughter.

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Oct 9, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Alex Vesia (51) reacts after a strike out in the eleventh inning against the Philadelphia Phillies during game four of the NLDS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Oct 1, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Alex Vesia (51) celebrates with teamamtes after throwing against the Cincinnati Reds in the eighth inning during game two of the Wildcard round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Vesia worked a scoreless, 1-2-3 fifth inning against the Mariners at Camelback Ranch in his first game action since October 2025.
  • Fans gave him standing ovations and Dodgers teammates greeted him with hugs and high-fives after the inning.
  • He said counseling and being back with his teammates have aided his healing, calling the support "hard in a good way."
  • Vesia plans to honor his daughter, Sterling Sol, by wearing gloves stitched with her name and birthdate this season.
  • An established bullpen arm after a 3.02 ERA in 68 games last year, he figures in the 2026 plans, and relievers during the World Series wore his No. 51 in support.