Overview
- Dodgers relievers have embroidered No. 51 beside the World Series logo on their caps over the past three games as a tribute.
- The gesture debuted in Game 3, when Los Angeles held Toronto to one run across 13 1/3 innings in an extra-inning victory.
- Evan Phillips said the pitchers wanted a visible show of love and support for Vesia and his family during the series.
- Teammates describe Vesia as a steady leader whose daily energy and guidance are missed beyond his on-field role.
- The team has offered no update since before Game 1, Vesia is not expected to return, and the Dodgers go to Toronto down 3-2 for Friday’s elimination game.