Blue Jays Join Dodgers in Honoring Absent LA Pitcher Alex Vesia
The Toronto Blue Jays have honored Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Alex Vesia during the World Series, following the Dodgers' lead. Vesia has been away from the Dodgers due to a “deeply personal family matter,” as announced by the team before Game 1.
Pitchers Show Solidarity with Vesia
Dodgers pitchers have been wearing Vesia’s jersey number as a tribute. In solidarity, Blue Jays relievers Chris Bassitt, Seranthony Domínguez, Mason Fluharty, and Louis Varland have started doing the same during the World Series games.
Notable Moments from the Series
- Alex Vesia pitching against the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 4 of the National League Championship Series.
- Chris Bassitt pitching for Toronto against Los Angeles in the ninth inning of Game 6 of the World Series.
- Mason Fluharty and catcher Alejandro Kirk discussing on the mound before a pitching change in Game 6.
“A deeply personal family matter,” the Dodgers explained regarding Vesia’s absence before Game 1.
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Summary: Blue Jays relievers have joined Dodgers players in honoring absent pitcher Alex Vesia by wearing his number during the World Series, showing mutual respect and solidarity.