Blue Jays and Dodgers Honor Absent Pitcher Alex Vesia in World Series
The Toronto Blue Jays have joined the Los Angeles Dodgers in paying tribute to Dodgers reliever Alex Vesia during the World Series.
Vesia is absent from the Dodgers roster due to a "deeply personal family matter," according to a Dodgers statement posted on social media before Game 1.
Dodgers pitchers have been wearing Vesia’s number in solidarity, and Blue Jays relievers have begun doing the same to show support.
- Blue Jays pitchers Chris Bassitt, Seranthony Domínguez, Mason Fluharty, and Louis Varland all wore Vesia's number.
Game Highlights
"Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Alex Vesia throws against the Milwaukee Brewers during the seventh inning in Game 4 of baseball’s National League Championship Series." — AP Photo/Brynn Anderson
"Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Chris Bassitt delivers against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the ninth inning in Game 6 of the World Series in Toronto." — Nathan Denette/The Canadian Press via AP
"Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Mason Fluharty, left, and catcher Alejandro Kirk talk on the mound before a pitching change against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the eighth inning in Game 6 of the World Series in Toronto." — Nathan Denette/The Canadian Press via AP
Both teams’ acts symbolize respect and camaraderie during a significant competition.
Author’s summary: The Blue Jays have joined the Dodgers in honoring Alex Vesia by wearing his number during the World Series, highlighting a shared respect amid personal challenges.