"Kershaw retired from MLB at the end of the 2025 season, putting an end to one of the most successful pitching careers in the history of the league. He had a fantastic final season with the Dodgers, eclipsing 3,000 strikeouts and winning a third World Series ring."
"The left-hander revealed his arm was "tired" and "exhausted" after the end of the season. Snell further elaborated on his fitness and getting ready for the 2026 season as well. "You want to ramp up, but I gotta take my time and get healthy," he said. "I feel like I'm doing the right thing. I feel good. I've been throwing. It feels better. In the postseason, I gave everything I had for that. But on the front end of spring, I'll have to be patient and let my body get to 100%.""
"Snell signed with the Dodgers on a five-year, $182 million contract ahead of the 2025 season, and spent time with Kershaw in the rotation during the season. The two-time Cy Young winner missed some time during the season, landing on the injured list after just two starts and remaining out until the beginning of August. He managed a solid season when he did pitch, though, posting a 2.35 ERA through 11 starts. He continued his dominance into the postseason, maintaining a 3.18 ERA through his six appearances."
Clayton Kershaw will represent Team USA in the 2026 World Baseball Classic after retiring from MLB at the end of the 2025 season. Kershaw finished with over 3,000 strikeouts and a third World Series ring. Blake Snell chose not to participate, citing a tired and exhausted arm following the season. Snell emphasized cautious ramp-up and prioritizing recovery to reach full health by spring. Snell joined the Dodgers on a five-year, $182 million deal before the 2025 season and shared the 2025 rotation with Kershaw despite missing time due to injury.
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