
"Kershaw became part of an exclusive club against the Chicago White Sox on July 2, becoming one of just 20 pitchers - and only four left-handers - to reach 3,000 MLB strikeouts. Topps released the card after Kershaw reached milestone, and made it available for purchase for a limited time."
"Through his 18 seasons in MLB, the southpaw posted a 2.53 ERA through 2,855.1 innings pitched, striking out a total of 3,052 batters in that time. He won everything there was to win with LA, earning an MVP, three Cy Youngs, 11 All-Star selections, a Gold Glove and three World Series titles."
"The rarity of this card, as well as the subject matter and event it commemorates, makes this card extremely valuable, as well as a prime piece for collectors. Kershaw has more than warranted this value, as he became one of the best players in the history of the sport during his time with the Dodgers."
Clayton Kershaw achieved the milestone of 3,000 strikeouts on July 2 against the Chicago White Sox, becoming only the fourth left-handed pitcher to reach this exclusive achievement in MLB history. Topps released commemorative cards celebrating this moment, with most collectors receiving base versions while select few obtained rare parallel or numbered variants. Two 1-of-1 cards were produced, including an on-card autograph inscribed with '3,000 K Club.' Kershaw's Hall of Fame-caliber career with the Los Angeles Dodgers included a 2.53 ERA, 3,052 strikeouts, one MVP award, three Cy Young Awards, 11 All-Star selections, a Gold Glove, and three World Series championships across 18 seasons.
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