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Dodgers Notes: LA Makes Roki Sasaki Decision, Teoscar Hernandez Sends Message, Clayton Kershaw Talks Retirement

The Los Angeles Dodgers lost to the Philadelphia Phillies, 6-5, after sending the game into extra innings with multiple comeback attempts. It was an Andy Pages home run that tied the game at five in the bottom of the ninth inning.

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Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw Reveals Post-Playing Career Plans

Clayton Kershaw won't be enrolling in college. He probably won't go into coaching, either. Even the Dodgers' pitcher doesn't know what he'll be doing beyond 2025, whether that means throwing until his arm falls off or quietly riding off into the sunset of a Hall of Fame induction speech.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 14

Clayton Kershaw Deflects Question About Potential Final Start At Oracle Park, Retirement

While the Los Angeles Dodgers hope to have another month of baseball ahead, Clayton Kershaw is on the verge of completing his 18th regular season with the franchise.

MLB News / McCovey Chronicles / September 14

The Empire usually strikes back

Saturday’s potential pitching duel between Logan Webb and Clayton Kershaw never materialized. Ace, past or present, was not the operative word to describe the manner or results of either arm.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 14

Recap: Dodgers Receive Balanced Contributions In Bounce-Back Win Against Giants

The Los Angeles Dodgers received contributions throughout their lineup to help offset a short start from Clayton Kershaw in a 13-7 win over the San Francisco Giants.

MLB News / True Blue LA / September 12

Dodgers on Deck: September 13 at Giants

The middle game of the Dodgers facing the Giants this weekend in San Francisco features Clayton Kershaw on Saturday night facing his most frequent opponent.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 11

Dodgers Notes: LA Makes Roster Move, Predicted to Sign Kyle Tucker, Clayton Kershaw in Relief?

The Los Angeles Dodgers walloped the Colorado Rockies, 9-0, on Wednesday thanks to a season-high 11 strikeouts from Blake Snell and a four-hit day from Mookie Betts that included a grand slam.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 10

Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw Could Come Out of Bullpen in Playoffs, Says Insider

Clayton Kershaw's evolution as a pitcher continues to go swimmingly. The Los Angeles Dodgers legend may not throw harder than 90 mph anymore — but that doesn't matter all that much.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 8

Clayton Kershaw Confident Dodgers Can Improve

The Los Angeles Dodgers snapped a five-game losing streak and salvaged their road trip with a 5-2 win over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday, led in part by a strong start from Clayton Kershaw.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 8

Kershaw still chasing one active pitcher in this stat category

Clayton Kershaw still chasing one active pitcher in this wild stat category

Kershaw made his own piece of history on Sunday against the Baltimore Orioles, but he has one active MLB pitcher ahead of him in a statistic that exemplifies longevity.

Clayton Kershaw sets milestone in much-needed win for Dodgers

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Clayton Kershaw News / Yardbarker / September 7

Clayton Kershaw sets milestone in much-needed win for Dodgers

Looking to snap a five-game losing streak, all coming against teams with a sub-.500 record, the Los Angeles Dodgers got just what was needed from Clayton Kershaw.

Aroldis Chapman accomplishes another rare feat amid historic streak

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Phillies reportedly willing to hand blank check to star slugger

MLB News / Dodger Blue / September 7

Emmet Sheehan Apologized To Pirates Rookie Cam Devanney With Autographed Clayton Kershaw Ball

Emmet Sheehan unexpectedly took the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers at PNC Park last week after Shohei Ohtani was scratched from his scheduled pitching start due to an illness.

MLB News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / September 6

Phillies GM Wants to Avoid Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw in Playoffs

Preston Mattingly took a long and unusual path to becoming the Philadelphia Phillies' general manager. The son of former Dodgers coach and manager Don Mattingly, Preston Mattingly was chosen by the Dodgers in the 31st round of the 2006 draft — the same year Clayton Kershaw was chosen in the first round.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 4

Dodgers reveal upcoming Shohei Ohtani, Clayton Kershaw pitching plan

The Los Angeles Dodgers have one more Pittsburgh Pirates matchup to wrap up the three-game series. But L.A. already has a new pitching plan lined up for the future.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / September 3

Clayton Kershaw & Mookie Betts Address Dodgers’ Struggles Against Sub-.500 Teams

The Los Angeles Dodgers started their road trip with a disappointing 9-7 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates after overcoming an early deficit before ultimately falling late.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 2

Dodgers’ Clayton Kershaw goes full self-defense for wild catch

When the Los Angeles Dodgers took the field against the Pittsburgh Pirates for their first of three games in the Steel City, starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw was getting hammered.

MLB News / LAFB Network / September 2

Dodgers vs. Pirates: Who Is Pitching In Tuesday’s Showdown at PNC Park

The Los Angeles Dodgers (78-59) open a three-game set against the Pittsburgh Pirates (61-77) on Tuesday night at PNC Park, with first pitch scheduled for 6:40 p.m.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / September 1

Clayton Kershaw embracing stretch drive as Dodgers face Pirates

A rejuvenated Clayton Kershaw is embracing the stretch run as he takes the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday as they open a three-game series against the host Pittsburgh Pirates.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 30

Dodgers legend Clayton Kershaw earns ‘ultimate competitor’ endorsement from Andrew Friedman

At 37 years old, Clayton Kershaw has heard every accolade a pitcher can receive, but Dodgers President of Baseball Operations Andrew Friedman may have summed it up best this week.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Fastball on SI / August 27

Clayton Kershaw Makes History in Latest Gem For Los Angeles Dodgers

In a dominant outing against the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday night, Los Angeles Dodgers southpaw Clayton Kershaw entered a class of his own. The Dodgers beat the Reds 6-3 as Kershaw went five innings, striking out six.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 27

Dodgers’ Clayton Kershaw notches never-before-seen MLB feat amid scorching August

Clayton Kershaw, without a doubt, has been slowing down with age. But every now and then, Kershaw shows why he’s one of the greatest pitchers to ever suit up in MLB and why he’s bound for Cooperstown in first-ballot fashion once he’s eligible.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / August 26

Clayton Kershaw, winner of 4 in row, looks to lead Dodgers over Reds

Los Angeles Dodgers veteran left-hander Clayton Kershaw will look to keep turning back the clock when he takes a four-start winning streak into a matchup against the visiting Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 21

Wild Clayton Kershaw stat continues in Coors Field master class

In what could be his final start at Coors Field, Clayton Kershaw turned in a masterful performance on Thursday afternoon.

Shohei Ohtani survives scare against Rockies, logs one of worst MLB starts

Yankees' continued defensive meltdowns hurt them again vs. Red Sox

Alex Cora's comments on Walker Buehler don't inspire optimism

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MLB News / Field Level Media / August 21

Rockies take aim at Clayton Kershaw in bid to take series vs. Dodgers

The Colorado Rockies entered the week having lost 10 straight games to the Los Angeles Dodgers. After taking two of the first three contests, the Rockies can win the four-game series and finish their homestand with a 6-2 record if they defeat the Dodgers again on Thursday afternoon in Denver.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker / August 18

Dodgers' rotation is returning to form at the perfect time

While the Los Angeles Dodgers have always been expected to claim the NL West, the team's 2025 campaign hasn't been nearly as smooth sailing as last year's World Series run.

Mookie Betts' eighth inning homer gives Dodgers sweep of Padres

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / August 16

Clayton Kershaw, Dodgers down Padres, grab back share of 1st

Clayton Kershaw gave up one run over six innings and the Los Angeles Dodgers moved back into a tie for first place in the National League West with San Diego by defeating the visiting Padres 3-2 on Friday.