Blue Jays Relievers Pay Tribute to Absent LA Pitcher Alex Vesia
During the World Series, the Toronto Blue Jays joined the Los Angeles Dodgers in honoring Dodgers reliever Alex Vesia. Vesia is absent from the team due to a "deeply personal family matter," according to a Dodgers statement shared before Game 1.
Dodgers pitchers have been wearing Vesia’s jersey number in his honor. In solidarity, several Blue Jays relievers have adopted the same gesture. Toronto pitchers Chris Bassitt, Seranthony Domínguez, Mason Fluharty, and Louis Varland all wore Vesia’s number during the games.
"Vesia is away from the team because of a ‘deeply personal family matter,’ the Dodgers said in a statement posted on social media before Game 1."
Game Highlights
- Alex Vesia pitched for the Dodgers against the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Championship Series, Game 4.
- Chris Bassitt of the Blue Jays pitched during the ninth inning in Game 6 of the World Series against the Dodgers.
- Mason Fluharty and catcher Alejandro Kirk of the Blue Jays are shown communicating on the mound during Game 6 of the World Series.
Photographer Credits
- AP Photo/Brynn Anderson captured Alex Vesia pitching in the NLCS.
- Nathan Denette/The Canadian Press via AP provided images of Blue Jays players during the World Series games.
Summary: The Blue Jays honored Dodgers pitcher Alex Vesia by wearing his number during the World Series, supporting him during his absence due to a family matter.