Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Alex Vesia did not play in the 2025 World Series against the Toronto Blue Jays as he took a leave of absence due to a family-related issue.
“It is with a heavy heart that we share that Alex Vesia is away from the team as he and his wife, Kayla, navigate a deeply personal family matter. The entire Dodgers organization is sending our thoughts to the Vesia family, and we will provide an update at a later date.”
Alex’s absence is described as a "personal matter," with no indication of injury or illness. The Dodgers confirmed he was removed from the World Series roster for this reason.
As of now, Vesia has not publicly addressed the situation, and the Dodgers plan to provide further updates when appropriate.
— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) October 23, 2025
Summary: Alex Vesia is on leave from the Dodgers due to a serious family matter, with no injuries reported; the team and fans continue to support him during this personal time.