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Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw Under Fire After Postgame Remark

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Nate Lunak | Last updated Jun 9, 2025 12:34 PM ET

On Sunday, the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the St. Louis Cardinals, 7-3, improving their record to 39-27 and keeping them atop an extremely competitive NL West.

The biggest storyline from the game was the Cardinals using their video board to show a highlight of former first baseman Matt Adams hitting a three-run home run off Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw in the 2014 National League Division Series, which St. Louis won in four games.

Despite that home run and game taking place over a decade ago, it's clear that Kershaw was not a fan of the Cardinals' actions. After the game, he made his feelings known.

"I think it's a little bush league, but I don't expect anything less from these guys," Kershaw said. "So, it's no worries."

Clayton Kershaw wasn’t pleased the Cardinals repeatedly played the clip of Matt Adams’ 2014 NLDS home run off him before his start in St. Louis.

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However, his comment quickly caught the attention of many MLB fans, who are expressing their frustration toward the 10-time All-Star for a number of reasons.

"What a baby. Crying about something from over an decade ago," said one comment.

"One of the biggest chokers the last 20 years btw crying about a video of him choking go figure," said another.

"Kershaw gotta do better at eliminating the outside noise," a third added.

A fourth stated, "Breaking: teams play highlights of moments in their franchise’s history. You’d think the HOFer could handle that."

"And it's bush league to respond in that manner.... ignore and move the (expletive) on," a fifth continued.

"How about you dont give up jacks in the playoffs and teams wont troll you?" said another.

In the end, though, the video clearly didn't affect Kershaw too much, as he was awarded the win on Sunday for the Dodgers after tossing five innings, allowing six hits, one earned run and zero walks while recording seven strikeouts.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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