Alex Vesia speaks after death of his daughter

Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Alex Vesia spoke at spring training about the death of his daughter, Sterling Sol Vesia, who died shortly after birth on Oct. 26, and described wide support from teammates, opponents and fans as he begins grief counseling and returns to pitching.

Alex Vesia spoke on Friday at Dodgers spring training about the death of his daughter, Sterling Sol Vesia, who died shortly after being born on Oct. 26. He read a statement he and his wife, Kayla, prepared and paused while speaking. Vesia described the support he has received from teammates, opponents and many fans. He has resumed pitching at camp and has begun grief counseling. Key details: - Sterling Sol Vesia died shortly after birth on Oct. 26. - Vesia and his wife read a joint statement at spring training and said they are "carrying her with us every day." - Teammates and opponents showed visible support, including relievers wearing Vesia's number on their caps and donations to a children’s hospital foundation in his honor. - Vesia returned to a bullpen session at camp and wore a custom glove with Sterling's name; manager Dave Roberts checked in and offered support. Summary: Vesia described ongoing grief and said counseling has helped as he and his wife keep private memories of their daughter. He has resumed work at spring training and is expected to have a role in the Dodgers' bullpen this season. Undetermined at this time.