History of Alex Vesia in Timeline

Alexander Victor Vesia is a professional baseball pitcher from the United States, currently playing for the Los Angeles Dodgers in Major League Baseball (MLB). He began his MLB career with the Miami Marlins, making his debut in 2020. Vesia is a relief pitcher known for his fastball and curveball combination. His career has shown promise, establishing himself as a valuable asset in the Dodgers' bullpen.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

April 11, 1996: Alex Vesia's Birth

On April 11, 1996, Alexander Victor Vesia was born.

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2014: All-East County Honors

In 2014, during his senior year at Steele Canyon High School, Alex Vesia received All-East County honors in baseball. He was undrafted in the 2014 Major League Baseball draft and subsequently enrolled at California State University, East Bay.

2015: Freshman Season at Cal State East Bay

In 2015, during his freshman season at Cal State East Bay, Alex Vesia had a 5-4 record with a 2.18 ERA over 74+1⁄3 innings. He earned California Collegiate Athletic Association Freshman of the Year honors.

2016: Sophomore Season at Cal State East Bay

In 2016, as a sophomore, Alex Vesia made 15 starts, going 7–5 with a 3.30 ERA and 64 strikeouts in 95+1⁄3 innings. He earned All-CCAA Second Team honors.

2017: Junior Year Performance

In 2017, during his junior year, Alex Vesia appeared in 14 games (nine starts) and had a 4–6 record with a 4.82 ERA.

2018: Minor League Success and Arizona Fall League

In 2018, Alex Vesia started with the Clinton LumberKings, then moved to the Jupiter Hammerheads in June, and later to the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp in August. He had a 7–2 record with a 1.76 ERA and 100 strikeouts in 66+2⁄3 innings pitched across the three clubs. He was selected for the Arizona Fall League for the Salt River Rafters and was named a Fall League All-Star.

2018: Senior Year and MLB Draft

In 2018, during his senior year at Cal State East Bay, Alex Vesia pitched in 14 games (making seven starts) and had an 8–2 record with a 1.94 ERA, earning All-CCAA First Team honors. He was selected by the Miami Marlins in the 17th round of the 2018 Major League Baseball draft.

July 22, 2020: Made Miami's Opening Day Roster

On July 22, 2020, Alex Vesia was announced to be on Miami's 2020 Opening Day roster.

2020: MLB Debut

In 2020, Alex Vesia made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut with the Miami Marlins.

February 12, 2021: Traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers

On February 12, 2021, Alex Vesia and Kyle Hurt were traded from the Miami Marlins to the Los Angeles Dodgers in exchange for Dylan Floro.

July 31, 2021: First MLB Win

On July 31, 2021, Alex Vesia recorded his first career MLB win against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

September 21, 2021: First MLB Save

On September 21, 2021, Alex Vesia recorded his first MLB save against the Colorado Rockies.

2022: 2022 Season Performance

In 2022, Alex Vesia pitched in 63 games, achieving a 5–0 record and a 2.15 ERA during the season. He also pitched 2+2⁄3 scoreless innings in the postseason.

2023: 2023 Season Performance

In 2023, Alex Vesia had a 2–5 record and a 4.35 ERA in 56 games. He allowed one home run in two innings in the NLDS.

2024: 2024 Season Performance

In 2024, Alex Vesia was 5–4 with a 1.76 ERA in 66+1⁄3 innings over 67 games. In the 2024 NLDS, Vesia allowed only one hit in three innings, while striking out four batters, however, he injured an intercostal muscle in the series and was left off the roster for the NLCS. He rejoined the roster for the 2024 World Series, and allowed only one hit and one walk while striking out two in 2+2⁄3 scoreless innings.

October 26, 2025: Death of Infant Daughter

On October 26, 2025, Alex Vesia and his wife Kayla's infant daughter, Sterling, passed away. Prior to the 2025 World Series, the Dodgers announced that Vesia would not be playing as a result of a “deeply personal family matter.”

2025: 2025 Season Performance and Family Tragedy

In 2025, Alex Vesia pitched in 59+2⁄3 innings over 68 games with a 4–2 record, 3.02 ERA, and five saves. He pitched in seven postseason games. However, he was not on the roster for the 2025 World Series due to the unexpected death of his infant daughter.

April 14, 2026: Healthcare Appreciation Night Performance

On April 14, 2026, during Healthcare Appreciation Night at Dodger Stadium, Alex Vesia struck out the side in the top of the ninth on just 10 pitches to defeat the New York Mets 2-1, with the medical team who cared for his wife and daughter in attendance.