"Kershaw spent 18 seasons with the Dodgers, making his debut in 2008. He made 455 appearances for the Dodgers in his career, keeping a 2.53 ERA, with which he served as MLB's active leader until his retirement. Kershaw threw 15 complete game shutouts in his career - also leading active players until he retired - striking out 3,052 batters during his time in MLB."
"Obviously there has to be reasons behind it, family related, health related, to make this decision. Regardless of what year he was gonna make this happen, I feel like he's retiring at the moment where he's at the top of the game still. He's pitching at the highest level for a competitive team that wants to win the World Series, and I'm just happy for him that he got to experience all his time here in LA."
Clayton Kershaw retired after the 2025 season following an 18-season career with the Los Angeles Dodgers. He made 455 appearances, posted a 2.53 ERA, threw 15 complete-game shutouts and struck out 3,052 batters. He won an MVP, a Triple Crown, three Cy Young awards, five ERA titles, three World Series championships, a Gold Glove and was an 11-time All-Star. Teammate Miguel Rojas expressed belief that Kershaw could still pitch but acknowledged possible family or health reasons for retirement. The Dodgers won the World Series after Kershaw announced his retirement, providing a conclusive ending to his career.
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