Overview
- The Dodgers announced on Oct. 23 that Vesia had stepped away for a “deeply personal family matter,” and no further update has been issued.
- Los Angeles beat Toronto 5-4 in extra innings of Game 7 for a second straight title, then held a Nov. 3 victory parade that Vesia did not attend.
- Dodgers relievers marked his No. 51 on their caps, and Blue Jays pitchers mirrored the gesture in Game 6, which Dave Roberts praised as a sign of player brotherhood.
- Roster replacement Will Klein threw four scoreless innings in the 18-inning Game 3 and said teammates messaged Vesia, adding the team won with him in mind.
- Some fans later criticized the lack of explicit mention of Vesia during on-field celebrations and the parade, even as the organization emphasized support and privacy.