Dodgers Pitcher Alex Vesia and Wife Kayla Announce Stillbirth of Their First Baby Together

Dodgers Pitcher Alex Vesia and Wife Kayla Announce Stillbirth of Their First Baby

Alex Vesia, pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers, and his wife Kayla are grieving the heartbreaking loss of their first child. On Friday, November 7, the couple shared a joint statement revealing that their daughter, Sterling Sol Vesia, was stillborn.

"There are no words to describe the pain we’re going through but we hold her in our hearts and cherish every second we had with her," the couple said.

Accompanying their message on Instagram was a touching photo of their hands resting gently on their daughter's. They wrote,

"Our little angel. We love you forever & you’re with us always."

Sterling Sol Vesia passed away on Sunday, October 29. The Vesias extended their gratitude to the Dodgers organization for their support after the team’s World Series victory over the Toronto Blue Jays in November.

"Our baseball family showed up for us and we wouldn’t be able to do this without them."

They also expressed thanks to fans and organizations for their kindness and support:

"Thank you Dodger Nation, Blue Jays organization and all baseball fans for your love and support. We have seen ALL your messages, comments and posts. It’s brought us so much comfort."

The couple concluded by acknowledging the medical staff who cared for Kayla and Sterling throughout the difficult time:

"Lastly, we’d like to thank Cedars Sinai and all the medical staff who helped Kayla and Sterling. Every person we came across was truly so incredible."

They signed off their message with, "With Love, The Vesias."

Author's summary: Dodgers pitcher Alex Vesia and his wife Kayla are mourning their stillborn daughter Sterling, thanking supporters and medical staff for their compassion during this heartbreaking time.

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