Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Alex Vesia made his first spring appearance on Feb. 23, pitching a perfect inning after the loss of his newborn daughter, Sterling Sole, during the postseason. He returned to the mound with a renewed focus, saying the support of teammates helped him regain his confidence.
Vesia, who had been absent from the team for the second straight title run, shared his experience on Instagram and credited therapy and the Dodgers’ camaraderie for his comeback. He expressed gratitude for the brothers he has on the field and emphasized the importance of talking through his grief.