ALEX VESIA NEWS

Picks up save Vesia struck out one and allowed a hit and a walk in a scoreless ninth inning to earn the save Wednesday against the Cubs in Tokyo.

Impact Tanner Scott secured the save in Tuesday's season opener, and it was Vesia that received the call Wednesday after Kirby Yates worked the eighth inning. Vesia was one of the best relievers in baseball last season with a 1.76 ERA and 0.99 WHIP across 67 appearances while recording five saves and 14 holds, but he's unlikely to be a consistent source of saves in 2025 given the offseason additions of Scott and Yates.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Ohtani hits solo HR in return to Japan, leading Dodgers' powerful offense to 6-3 win over the Cubs

Shohei Ohtani hit a solo homer in his return to the Tokyo Dome, Roki Sasaki threw three eventful innings in his big-league debut and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Chicago Cubs 6...

MARCH 19 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Will Smith's wife Cara can't stop smiling during recent outing with Dodgers star Alex Vesia's spouse Kayla Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith and relief pitcher Alex Vesia both had standout seasons in the iconic Dodger blue in 2024, playing im...

FEBRUARY 26 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Dodgers' Teoscar Hernández, Miguel Rojas, Alex Vesia & Blake Treinen get real on chasing more championships The Los Angeles Dodgers got the better of the New York Yankees in the Fall Classic last October to win their second World Series in four yea...

FEBRUARY 19 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Dodgers avoid arbitration and agree on a deal with left-hander Alex Vesia The Dodgers agreed to terms with reliever Alex Vesia, according to a person with knowledge of the situation not authorized to speak publicly...

JANUARY 29 • LATIMES.COM

Avoids arbitration The Dodgers and Vesia avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $2.3 million contract with a club option for 2026, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Impact Vesia had filed at $2.35 million and the Dodgers at $2.05 million earlier this month, and the two sides will now avoid a hearing. The lefty reliever had a stellar 2024 campaign, collecting a 1.76 ERA and 87:33 K:BB over 66.1 regular-season frames. The Dodgers' bullpen is loaded, but Vesia should see high-leverage opportunities again in 2025.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Roki Sasaki's Dodgers move garners 3-word hype reaction from Alex Vesia; Freddie Freeman reacts The uncertainty around international free agent Roki Sasaki ended on Friday after the Japanese sensation announced his decision to join the...

JANUARY 18 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Gavin Lux's fiancee Molly pens heartfelt tribute to Dodgers; Will Smith, Tommy Edman, Bobby Miller, Alex Vesia's partners send touching messages Gavin Lux will play for another team in 2025 after playing with the LA Dodgers for six years.

JANUARY 9 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Will Smith, Chris Taylor, Alex Vesia and Joe Kelly's wives make feelings known after Walker Buehler signs $21,000,000 Red Sox deal After seven years with the LA Dodgers, starting pitcher Walker Buehler will wear a different jersey in 2025. On Monday, the Boston Red Sox a...

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

For MLB teams chasing October glory, building a bullpen is a vital — and confounding — exercise

For a World Series that was supposed to feature an epic battle between sluggers Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani, guys like Mark Leiter Jr., Luke Weaver, Alex Vesia and Anthony Banda...

NOVEMBER 6, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dodgers place LHP Alex Vesia, RHP Brusdar Graterol on WS roster The Los Angeles Dodgers return left-hander Alex Vesia, right-hander Brusdar Graterol and shortstop Miguel Rojas into the fold as their World...

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Dodgers place LHP Alex Vesia, RHP Brusdar Graterol on WS roster The Los Angeles Dodgers return left-hander Alex Vesia, right-hander Brusdar Graterol and shortstop Miguel Rojas into the fold as their World...

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

Dodgers add Alex Vesia and Brusdar Graterol to World Series roster but lose Evan Phillips LOS ANGELES - The Dodgers added Alex Vesia, Brusdar Graterol and Miguel Rojas to their World Series ...

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

Included on World Series roster Vesia (ribs) has been added to the Dodgers' roster for the World Series, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports.

Impact Vesia was left off the NLCS roster because of a rib cage injury, but he threw a successful simulated game Wednesday which convinced the Dodgers he was healthy enough to return. The left-hander made three scoreless relief appearances during the NLDS.

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Feeling good following session Vesia (ribs) threw 15 pitches facing hitters in a simulated situation Wednesday, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports.

Impact Vesia is recovering from a rib cage injury, but he said he was feeling good Thursday morning. The reliever noted that his fastball may have been a mph down, but added that he will be ready to go Friday night. The left-hander seems to have made strides in recovery to make the World Series roster, but the decision still remains to be made.

OCTOBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Facing hitters Vesia (ribs) will throw against hitters Tuesday or Wednesday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact Vesia has been dealing with a rib cage injury since his early departure from Game 5 of the NLDS, but he appears to be trending in the right direction. How he feels following his upcoming throwing session will likely determine whether he is included on the Dodgers' roster for the World Series -- a decision that is expected to be made as late as possible.

OCTOBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not on NLCS roster Vesia (ribs) isn't included on Los Angeles' NLCS roster, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Impact Vesia exited Game 5 of the NLDS against the Padres due to a rib cage injury, and the issue is going to prevent him from playing during the National League Championship Series. His absence could be significant for the Dodgers, as Vesia was the team's top left-handed bullpen option during the campaign, posting 1.76 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 87:33 K:BB over 66.1 innings while tallying five saves and 14 holds. Righty reliever Brent Honeywell (finger) is replacing Vesia on the roster for the NLCS, per Toribio. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Saturday that Vesia could return if the team advances to the World Series.

OCTOBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

What does Vesia's injury mean for Dodgers' NLCS bullpen blueprint? LOS ANGELES -- The Dodgers’ bullpen has been the team’s biggest strength over the past few months, but it's expected to be without a major p...

OCTOBER 13, 2024 • MLB.COM

Not likely for NLCS Vesia (ribs) is unlikely to be available for the NLCS against the Mets, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Impact Vesia left Game 5 of the NLDS with an injury that has since been clarified as a rib cage issue. Manager Dave Roberts added that he hopes to have Vesia back if the Dodgers advance to the World Series, but for now, the team will be without one of its best left-handed relievers.

OCTOBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Battling back injury President of baseball operations Andrew Friedman said Friday that Vesia left Game 5 of the NLDS versus San Diego due to a back injury, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Impact Vesia recorded the final out of the seventh inning Friday but was taken out by a trainer after his back flared up on him while warming up for the eighth frame. The southpaw is slated to undergo further evaluation over the weekend, which will provide the team with a better idea of his availability for the NLCS against the Mets.

OCTOBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with trainer Vesia was removed from Game 5 of the NLDS against the Padres on Friday due to an apparent injury, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Impact Vesia entered the game to get the final out of the seventh inning and was in line to handle the eighth, but he seemingly injured himself while warming up. The details of his injury and his status for a potential NLCS berth remain unknown.

OCTOBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up win in relief Vesia (2-3) earned the win over Oakland on Sunday, striking out two batters in a perfect inning of work.

Impact Vesia entered in the seventh inning and struck out two of the three batters he faced, tossing a total of 15 pitches. The impressive frame earned him credit for the win in a contest during which starter River Ryan completed 4.2 innings. Vesia notched five saves between May 6 and July 6, but he hasn't been used in a save situation since. He remains one of the Dodgers' top high-leverage options though, and he's recorded nine holds along with the five saves while posting a 1.88 ERA, 0.98 WHIP and 65:22 K:BB over 48 innings on the season.

AUGUST 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Secures fifth save Vesia picked up the save over the Brewers on Saturday, pitching a perfect ninth inning while striking out one.

Impact Vesia entered the contest with a two-run lead and went 1-2-3 through the back end of Milwaukee's lineup to earn his fifth save of the campaign. It was the lefty's first save opportunity since blowing one against the Giants on June 29, and he's now recorded a strikeout in each of his last three appearances. Vesia also hasn't allowed a hit in either of his last two outings.

JULY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

How the Dodgers' Alex Vesia found his way back into a high-leverage role in the bullpen In the life of a major league relief pitcher, highs and lows are part of the landscape. The nature o...

MAY 25, 2024 • SUNHERALD.COM

How the Dodgers' Alex Vesia found his way back into a high-leverage role in the bullpen In the life of a major league relief pitcher, highs and lows are part of the landscape. The nature o...

MAY 25, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM