The Los Angeles Dodgers are calling up catcher Eliezer Alfonzo Jr. for an MLB debut. According to multiple reports, Alfonzo’s sister and stepmother are missing following devastating earthquakes in Venezuela. Alfonzo is preparing to join the major-league roster while hoping his family members will be found. One report describes Alfonzo praying and focusing on the possibility of their recovery as he takes this next step in his career. Another notes that Alfonzo’s family has been affected by the disaster and that his sister’s dream includes watching him play at the highest level.
All sources reference the broader humanitarian impact of the earthquakes. As the response continues, nearly 3,000 people are reported to have died. The missing status of Alfonzo’s relatives is highlighted alongside the team announcement, reflecting both the personal circumstances for the player and the scale of the crisis in Venezuela. Alfonzo’s debut takes place as search and recovery efforts continue and casualty reports evolve.
