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Clayton Kershaw to Retire After 2025 Following Final Dodger Stadium Start

The announcement caps a comeback season that leaves his postseason role undecided.

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Sep 19, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw (22) salutes the crowd after being relieved during the fifth inning against the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Dodgers announced the 37-year-old left-hander will end his 18-year career with the franchise after this season, tying Zack Wheat and Bill Russell for most seasons in team history.
  • Kershaw made his final regular-season start at Dodger Stadium on Friday against the Giants, departing after five innings with a no-decision as Los Angeles won 6-3 to clinch a playoff berth.
  • Manager Dave Roberts said he expects Kershaw to be on the postseason roster, though whether he starts or works out of the bullpen has not been determined.
  • A three-time Cy Young winner and the 2014 NL MVP, Kershaw surpassed 3,000 career strikeouts in July and owns a 222-96 record with a 2.54 ERA, the lowest of the live-ball era.
  • After offseason knee and left-foot procedures, he opened 2025 on the IL and returned in May to make 20 starts, contributing to a staff deep with other frontline options.