Summary
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Alex Vesia returned to play after missing the World Series due to the death of his newborn daughter. He honored her with a special glove tribute during a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Key Facts
- Alex Vesia missed last year's World Series for the birth of his daughter.
- Vesia's daughter, Sterling Sol Vesia, died at five days old.
- Vesia returned to play in a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
- He wore a glove with his daughter's name and his wife's initial as a tribute.
- Social media and the Dodgers fan base supported Vesia, giving him a standing ovation.
- The Dodgers won the game, moving their season start to 2-0.