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Dodgers' Vesia Returns to Mound After Daughter's Death

Alex Vesia returned to the Dodgers mound on Feb. 23 after the death of his newborn daughter, Sterling Sole, during the postseason. He said the support of teammates helped him regain focus.

Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Alex Vesia made his first spring appearance on Feb. 23, returning to the mound after the tragic loss of his newborn daughter, Sterling Sole, during the postseason. He recorded a perfect inning with a strikeout.

Vesia credited teammates and therapy for helping him cope, saying the conversations with his "brothers" on the team were a blessing and that he now feels ready to enjoy pitching again.