Clayton Kershaw started for the Dodgers against the Padres, who were leading the NL West. The Dodgers faced a four-game losing streak, making this game critical. Manager Dave Roberts expressed confidence in Kershaw's intensity and focus. Kershaw excelled, completing six innings with only one earned run and lowering his ERA to 3.01. Despite lower fastball velocity and strikeout percentage, he remains a dominant force. Former teammate David Price lauded him as the best pitcher of the generation and valued his contributions.
Roberts stated, 'We were talking a little bit today about intensity, and there's just no one more intense or focused than Clayton. He has a way of elevating people's focus and play.'
Kershaw threw six dazzling innings for the Dodgers Friday night, allowing just one earned run on two hits and lowering his season ERA to 3.01.
David Price praised Kershaw by stating, 'He's the best pitcher of our generation. A generational pitcher, generational person.'
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