Clayton Kershaw Declines Option, Becomes Free Agent

The Dodgers pitcher is expected to re-sign with the team despite opting out of his $10 million contract.

Clayton Kershaw has declined his $10 million player option with the Los Angeles Dodgers, entering free agency for the fourth consecutive offseason.
Kershaw, who has played his entire 17-year MLB career with the Dodgers, is anticipated to negotiate a new contract with the team.
The 36-year-old pitcher struggled with injuries last season, finishing with a 2-2 record and a 4.50 ERA over seven starts.
Kershaw is scheduled for surgeries on his left toe and knee, raising questions about his health entering the 2025 season.
The Dodgers have exercised options for other players, including Miguel Rojas and Austin Barnes, and extended a qualifying offer to Teoscar Hernández.