Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says he is grateful to attend his daughter’s college graduation, according to reports. The stories describe him not being on the top step of the dugout during a Sunday game, indicating he was away for the family milestone. Roberts frames his decision and time away in personal terms, saying he does not feel as though he is being judged. The coverage focuses on his reaction to balancing his role as a major league manager with a significant event in his family life. While the articles acknowledge the contrast between his expected presence at the ballpark and his absence from a visible position in the dugout, they do not cite any league or team response. Overall, the reporting presents the graduation attendance as the central fact and highlights Roberts’ comments about public perception and his attitude toward criticism or scrutiny related to his absence.