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Dodgers’ Alex Vesia Says Newborn Daughter Died on Oct. 26

The reliever disclosed the loss after missing the World Series for a private family matter.

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
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Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Alex Vesia during the NLDS.
SEATTLE, WA - SEPTEMBER 27: Relief pitcher Alex Vesia #51 of the Los Angeles Dodgers walks off the field during a game against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park on September 27, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. The Dodgers won 5-3.(Photo by Stephen Brashear/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Alex and Kayla Vesia announced on Instagram that their daughter, Sterling Sol Vesia, died on Oct. 26, sharing thanks to Cedars‑Sinai, the Dodgers, the Blue Jays and fans for their support.
  • Multiple outlets reported the baby was stillborn, and no additional medical details have been released beyond the couple’s statement.
  • The Dodgers left Vesia off the World Series roster and, per Andrew Friedman, intentionally did not use the Family Medical Emergency List to avoid creating pressure for a quick return.
  • Dodgers relievers wore Vesia’s No. 51 on their caps during the series, and Blue Jays relievers joined the tribute in later games.
  • With Vesia unavailable, Los Angeles added right‑handers Edgardo Henriquez and Will Klein to its World Series roster.