Overview

• The Dodgers announced Kershaw will retire after this season, with his final regular-season home start set for Friday against the Giants.
• Kershaw held an emotional news conference at Dodger Stadium, saying he feels at peace with the decision.
• Manager Dave Roberts signaled a likely postseason roster spot for Kershaw, though his October role remains undecided.
• Kershaw spent his entire 18-year career with Los Angeles, tying the franchise mark for seasons and becoming the club’s all-time strikeout leader.
• After delayed return from offseason surgeries, he is 10-2 with a 3.53 ERA in 20 starts this year and reached 3,000 career strikeouts on July 3.