Relief pitcher Alex Vesia left the Dodgers just before the World Series due to what the team described as “a deeply personal family matter.” He and his wife, Kayla, have now revealed the reason for his absence with a touching Instagram post.
Vesia’s post announced the loss of their newborn daughter, Sterling Sol, who “went to heaven Sunday, October 26th.” The couple had been expecting their first child when the Dodgers announced that Vesia would not be on the World Series roster.
Our little angel we love you forever & you’re with us always. 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.
Alex Vesia and his wife Kayla have publicly shared the sorrowful news of losing their newborn daughter, receiving heartfelt support from both the Dodgers and the wider baseball community.
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