Overview
- Alex Vesia stepped away before the World Series for a “deeply personal family matter” and was not at the Nov. 3 victory parade.
- Dodgers relievers marked No. 51 on their caps to honor Vesia, and Blue Jays pitchers echoed the tribute during Game 6.
- Some fans faulted the organization for not explicitly acknowledging Vesia during on-field speeches and the parade.
- Will Klein, who took Vesia’s roster spot, said players messaged Vesia and dedicated the championship to him following the Game 7 win.
- Manager Dave Roberts called the situation heartbreaking and praised Toronto’s gesture, as Los Angeles secured a 5-4 extra-innings Game 7 for back-to-back titles.