Dave Roberts Discusses ‘Heartbreaking’ Alex Vesia News Ahead of Game 7
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts addressed the emotional news about left-handed reliever Alex Vesia just before Game 7 of the World Series.
Alex Vesia’s Absence from the Team
The day before Game 1, the Dodgers announced that Alex Vesia would be away from the team to handle a “deeply personal family matter” alongside his wife.
Tribute from the Bullpens
In support of Vesia, the Dodgers bullpen honored him by writing his number on their glove. During Game 6, the Toronto Blue Jays bullpen did the same, showing a touching act that transcends baseball.
Roberts on the Significance of the Tribute
“It’s everything. I didn’t learn that until after the game last night, and I think it really speaks to the brotherhood of athletes, Major League Baseball players. They’ll all say that ‘baseball is what we do but it’s not who we are,’ and for these guys to recognize Alex and what he and Kayla have gone through, heartbreaking is not even a good enough descriptor. But for them to acknowledge that, it just speaks to how much respect and love that they have for one another. It’s a huge, huge tribute to Alex.”
Roberts Reflects Ahead of the Most Important Game
Roberts emphasized the depth of connection between players beyond the sport itself, highlighting the emotional weight of the situation before the season's decisive game against Toronto.
Author’s summary: The Dodgers and Blue Jays showed deep solidarity with Alex Vesia during the World Series, reflecting the strong bonds beyond baseball that connect players in difficult times.
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