Overview
- Speaking for the first time since October, Vesia read a prepared six-minute statement and took no questions, requesting privacy for his family as he resumes spring work.
- He said he and his wife, Kayla, began grief therapy about six weeks ago and urged others facing loss to seek help, noting that talking to someone has made a difference.
- Vesia thanked the Dodgers, fans and rival Blue Jays, whose relievers inscribed his No. 51 on their caps during the World Series, and he acknowledged a signed Los Angeles Rams jersey honoring Sterling Sol.
- After staying home during the Dodgers’ seven-game title run, he returned to Arizona in early November, resumed workouts and a throwing program, and threw a bullpen session Friday at spring training.
- Manager Dave Roberts described the return to baseball as potentially therapeutic, while Vesia expressed gratitude for widespread support and said, "We’re carrying her with us every day."