Dave Roberts sticking with Alex Vesia despite poor stretch
Briefly

Alex Vesia, a top reliever for the Los Angeles Dodgers, has struggled recently, allowing a run in four consecutive August appearances. This included two losses and one blown save. In a game against the San Diego Padres, he hit two batters and permitted a run that cut the Dodgers' lead. Manager Dave Roberts expresses confidence in Vesia's ability to recover from this slump, viewing it as a minor blip in an otherwise strong season, as he holds a 2.81 ERA overall and a career ERA of 2.89.
Despite a recent rough stretch, Alex Vesia has been one of the Dodgers' top relievers with a 2.81 ERA over 41.1 innings. He has struck out nearly 12 hitters per nine innings while maintaining a career ERA of 2.89.
Manager Dave Roberts believes Vesia's struggles are a minor setback in a strong season. The manager trusts Vesia's ability to bounce back despite recent challenges and highlighted his growth during tough situations.
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