{"id":572038,"date":"2026-02-14T11:20:30","date_gmt":"2026-02-14T11:20:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/mlb\/572038\/"},"modified":"2026-02-14T11:20:30","modified_gmt":"2026-02-14T11:20:30","slug":"alex-vesia-breaks-silence-after-loss-of-daughter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/mlb\/572038\/","title":{"rendered":"Alex Vesia Breaks Silence After Loss of Daughter"},"content":{"rendered":"

Alex Vesia addressed the media on Friday ahead of Dodgers spring training, opening up about the loss of his infant daughter in October of last year.<\/p>\n

Vesia, who missed the 2025 World Series<\/a> due to the tragedy, thanked the organization for supporting he and his wife, Kayla, amid their devastation.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe amount of support you\u2019ve given Kay and I has been overwhelming in the best way. We\u2019re beyond grateful to be a part of the organization and this family,\u201d he said, pausing several times to collect himself. \u201cSo many of you have stepped up and been there for us in a big way over the past few months. It\u2019s meant the world to Kay and I.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"FebFeb 18, 2025; Glendale, AZ, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Alex Vesia (51) throws in the bullpen during spring training workouts at Camelback Ranch. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

Vesia also thanked the Dodgers\u2019 World Series opponent, the Toronto Blue Jays, for wearing No. 51 on their hats<\/a>, a tribute to the Vesias and the shared bond between baseball players.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe relationships you make along the way, it showed that it\u2019s much bigger than baseball,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

The fans also reached out to offer their support as well, he explained.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy DMs are basically broken on Instagram from all the love and support that we\u2019ve had,\u201d he said. \u201cI\u2019ve tried to read all the comments and everything, and it\u2019s meant the world.\u201d<\/p>\n

Furthermore, the Los Angeles Rams sent a custom jersey<\/a> to the family, which the Vesias appreciate and plan to get framed.<\/p>\n

Vesia Mourns \u2018Beautiful\u2019 Late Daughter<\/p>\n

Vesia said his daughter, Sterling\u00a0Sol, was \u201cthe most beautiful girl in the world,\u201d though her time with he and Kayla was \u201cfar too short.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cWe got to hold her, change her diaper, read to her and love her \u2026 Kay and I will keep those precious moments and memories to ourselves. I hope that anyone listening can empathize and respect our wishes for privacy as we heal and as we navigate the ups and downs of the baseball season,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

The Vesias Used Baseball as \u2018the Light in Our Darkness\u2019<\/p>\n

Though he missed the World Series, Vesia said he watched every game, and seeing his teammates on the field was a relief.<\/p>\n

\u201cStepping away from the team, the brothers that I go to war with every day, was difficult, but it was also an easy decision, because my family needed me,\u201d he said. \u201cWe still watched every pitch of the World Series, and for us, in so many ways, that was the light in our darkness.\u201d<\/p>\n

Manager Dave Roberts said he hopes returning to the field can help Vesia even further, adding that \u201chis teammates are excited to have him back.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cGetting back to what he loves to do is something that therapeutic for him,\u201d Roberts said.<\/p>\n

Vesia said he and his wife have also started therapy, which he recommended for others in similar situations.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor those out there who have lost a child or are fighting through any struggle, if you can take anything from this, please seek help,\u201d he said. \u201cTalk to somebody. It\u2019s definitely helped Kay and I. And please don\u2019t be afraid to speak up. Your mental health matters.\u201d<\/p>\n

Read Vesia\u2019s full comments below:<\/p>\n

I just want to start off by acknowledging my wife, Kayla, who is not only the strongest person that I know, but a support system for me every bit as much as I am for her. Part of what I am here to share is on behalf of the both of us.<\/p>\n

I will start off by thanking the Dodgers: Andrew Friedman, Brandon Gomes, Doc, the whole coaching staff, and all of my teammates. The amount of support you have given Kay and I has been overwhelming in the best way. We are beyond grateful to be a part of this organization and this family. So many of you have stepped up and have been there for us in a big way over the past few months, and it has meant the world to both Kay and I.<\/p>\n

I\u2019d like to take the opportunity to thank the Toronto Blue Jays\u2014their front office, coaching staff, and their players\u2014for showing us the support. They are a first-class organization, and I just want to say thank you to them.<\/p>\n

When Kay and I were watching the World Series, we noticed there was 51 on Louie Varland\u2019s hat. I immediately texted Gus Varland\u2014it\u2019s his brother\u2014and I asked him if I was seeing that correctly. He texted me back right away and said, \u201cThe Varlands love you, dude. The whole Toronto bullpen has it too. It\u2019s bigger than baseball. We love y\u2019all.\u201d Kay and I were very emotional. We were super overwhelmed with emotion, and the community, the relationships that you make along the way\u2026 it showed that it was much bigger than baseball.<\/p>\n

The outpouring of love and support Kay and I have had over the past few months has been unmatched. We\u2019re both grateful to not only Dodger Nation but the fans worldwide. My DMs are basically broken on Instagram from all the love and support that we\u2019ve had. I\u2019ve tried to read all the comments and everything, and it\u2019s meant the world, really.<\/p>\n

We even got a jersey from the L.A. Rams with all their signatures on it. That was a surprise and very cool as well. We\u2019ll have that framed and put up in our house.<\/p>\n

The lessons we have learned from this is that life can change in an instant for us. Ten minutes is all it took. Sterling Sol was the most beautiful girl in the world. We got to hold her, change her diaper, read to her, and love her. Our time together was far too short. Kay and I will keep those precious moments and memories to ourselves.<\/p>\n

I hope that anyone listening can empathize and respect our wishes for privacy as we continue to heal and navigate the ups and downs of a baseball season. Stepping away from the team\u2014the brothers that I go to war with every day\u2014was difficult. But it was also an easy decision because my family needed me.<\/p>\n

We still watched every pitch of the World Series. And for us, in so many ways, that was a light in our darkness. We got back to Arizona like the first or the second of November, and I immediately got back into the gym. I started my throwing program. Having something to look forward to has helped me. The gym has been my mental clarity.<\/p>\n

Being around the guys again, preparing for Spring Training, it\u2019s been really nice. I\u2019ve gotten a lot of love so far in the clubhouse, and being able to laugh and joke around has been really nice for me.<\/p>\n

Kay and I started therapy about six weeks ago. It hasn\u2019t been easy, but talking to someone has made a difference. For those out there who have lost a child or are fighting through any struggle, if you can take anything from this, please seek help. Talk to somebody. It\u2019s definitely helped Kay and I. Please don\u2019t be afraid to speak up. Your mental health matters.<\/p>\n

I\u2019ve learned that what has happened to us has also happened to so many families. Realizing that has deepened our empathy and our gratitude for this community. The baseball community is extremely strong.<\/p>\n

I was not prepared to not bring my baby girl home. But we\u2019re carrying her with us every day. It\u2019s been hard, but we\u2019re doing okay. Thank you.<\/p>\n

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