Blue Jays Join Dodgers in Tribute to Alex Vesia During World Series
The Toronto Blue Jays have shown solidarity with the Los Angeles Dodgers by honoring Dodgers reliever Alex Vesia during the World Series.
Dodgers pitcher Alex Vesia has been absent due to a “deeply personal family matter,” according to a Dodgers statement released before Game 1. In support, Dodgers pitchers have worn Vesia’s jersey number during the games.
Following this gesture, Blue Jays relievers Chris Bassitt, Seranthony Domínguez, Mason Fluharty, and Louis Varland have also begun wearing the same number as a tribute.
“Vesia is away from the team because of a ‘deeply personal family matter,’” the Dodgers said in a statement posted on social media.
Visual Moments from the Series
- Alex Vesia pitching for the Dodgers in Game 4 of the National League Championship Series against the Milwaukee Brewers.
- Chris Bassitt pitching for the Blue Jays in the ninth inning of Game 6 against the Dodgers in Toronto.
- Mason Fluharty and catcher Alejandro Kirk communicating on the mound during the eighth inning of Game 6 in Toronto.
These tributes highlight the respect and unity among players despite Vesia’s absence during crucial World Series moments.