The Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Alex Vesia is mourning an unimaginable loss. The 29-year-old pitcher and his wife, Kayla Vesia, revealed that their newborn daughter, Sterling Sol Vesia, passed away on October 26. The announcement came just days after the Dodgers stated that Alex would miss the World Series to handle what the team described as a “deeply personal family matter.”
In an emotional Instagram post shared today, the couple wrote, “Our beautiful daughter went to heaven Sunday, October 26th. There are no words to describe the pain we’re going through, but we hold her in our hearts and cherish every second we had with her.”
Earlier this year, Alex and Kayla joyfully announced their pregnancy, celebrating a new chapter in their lives less than two years after their January 2024 wedding. However, the excitement soon turned into heartbreak. Still, their strength and openness have deeply moved fans across the baseball world.
Furthermore, the couple expressed gratitude for the Dodgers’ unwavering support during this devastating time. “Our baseball family showed up for us, and we wouldn’t be able to do this without them,” they said. “Thank you to the Dodgers for their understanding and support during this time.”
Dodgers and MLB Show Outpouring of Support
Meanwhile, the Dodgers organization made sure Alex and his family knew they were not alone. During Game 3 of the World Series against the Toronto Blue Jays, players wore Vesia’s No. 51 on their caps as a touching tribute. This gesture demonstrated how much their teammate means to them.
“It’s just something that we talked about,” veteran pitcher Clayton Kershaw told reporters after the game. “Ves means a lot to all of us. He’s a huge part of this team, a huge part of our bullpen. We just wanted to do something to honor him.”
Additionally, Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman explained the decision to leave Vesia off the roster. “This is so much bigger than baseball,” Friedman said. “We just wanted to do whatever small part we could to be fully supportive.”
As a result, the baseball world rallied behind the Vesias. Fans from Dodger Nation, the Blue Jays organization, and the wider MLB community flooded social media with messages of love and comfort. The couple acknowledged the support, saying, “We have seen ALL your messages, comments, and posts. It’s brought us so much comfort.”
Moreover, the Vesias extended their appreciation to the hospital staff who helped them during their most difficult days, describing them as “truly so incredible.”
A Family United in Love and Strength
Throughout this tragedy, Alex and Kayla have consistently demonstrated resilience and grace. They often shared glimpses of their relationship online—from engagement celebrations to joyful pregnancy posts—and fans closely followed their journey. Now, their story has become one of unimaginable loss, but also of enduring love.
Even though the pain remains unbearable, the Vesias’ openness has united the baseball community in compassion. Consequently, teammates, fans, and organizations across MLB have responded with overwhelming kindness.
Ultimately, Alex and Kayla’s tribute to Sterling Sol serves as a poignant reminder that baseball, despite its intensity and competitiveness, remains a family-driven sport built on empathy.
“Our little angel, we love you forever, and you’re with us always,” they wrote—a message that resonated far beyond the field and into the hearts of millions.
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