Dodgers’ Alex Vesia Misses Team’s World Series Victory Parade While Dealing with ‘Deeply Personal Family Matter’

Dodgers’ Alex Vesia Misses World Series Victory Parade

Alex Vesia did not attend the Los Angeles Dodgers' World Series victory parade on Monday, November 3, due to a "deeply personal family matter," confirmed by PEOPLE. The team had announced last month that Vesia would be taking time away ahead of the World Series.

Team and Player Statements

“He’s such a big part of why we’re here in the first place,” said Dodgers pitcher Will Klein in a post-game interview on November 1, giving a shout out to Alex and his wife Kayla.

Vesia, 29, was absent from the official celebration honoring the Dodgers' championship win over the Toronto Blue Jays. He also did not participate in any World Series games after the announcement regarding his family situation.

Family Situation and Social Media

Vesia and his wife Kayla, who shared they were expecting their first child in April, had been documenting their family journey on social media. However, since October 18, neither has posted, after expressing excitement for the World Series in separate posts.

“The entire Dodgers organization is sending our thoughts to the Vesia family, and we will provide an update at a later date,” the team stated in October.

Context on Alex and Kayla Vesia

Summary

Alex Vesia missed the Dodgers' victory parade and World Series games due to a private family issue, with the team expressing support and promising further updates.

“He’s such a big part of why we’re here in the first place,” said Will Klein.

Author’s note: Alex Vesia’s absence underscores the personal challenges athletes may face behind their professional achievements.

Would you like the author’s note to be more formal or conversational?

more

People.com People.com — 2025-11-05

More News