Dodgers reliever Alex Vesia addresses concerns amid bullpen struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Alex Vesia of the Los Angeles Dodgers responded to calls for changes in the bullpen following a challenging stretch for the team. The Dodgers' relief pitchers have a combined 6.71 ERA since May 25, struggling significantly since the injury to closer Edwin Diaz. Vesia expressed confidence in his teammates, emphasizing the importance of overcoming adversity to grow stronger for the postseason. Despite concerns regarding the bullpen's performance, Vesia believes in their ability to improve as they work through these difficulties.
- •Dodgers bullpen has a 6.71 ERA since May 25.
- •Edwin Diaz is currently sidelined with an injury.
- •Vesia believes overcoming struggles will help the team in the postseason.
- •Some pitchers have faced significant individual challenges recently.
- •Calls for changes have increased amid the team's current issues.
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"The Los Angeles Dodgers’ veteran reliever offered a response on demotion calls as the bullpen struggles.
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