Dodgers Reliever Alex Vesia Withdraws From 2025 World Series Over Family Matter

Alex Vesia, a key reliever for the Los Angeles Dodgers, will miss the 2025 World Series due to a deeply personal family matter involving him and his wife, Kayla. The Dodgers officially announced his absence, expressing full support and choosing not to place him on the family medical emergency list to avoid pressuring him to return. Vesia, who had a strong 3.02 ERA during the season and was a reliable bullpen arm in the playoffs, is unlikely to return for any World Series game according to manager Dave Roberts. The Dodgers are considering Tanner Scott as a likely replacement and have also added Edgardo Henriquez and Will Klein to the roster to fill the bullpen gaps. The situation has drawn significant sympathy from fans and teammates, with Dodgers president Andrew Friedman emphasizing that the issue is "much bigger than baseball." The team remains focused on supporting Vesia while preparing to compete without one of their most trusted relievers.