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Kershaw’s Dodger Stadium Farewell as Dodgers Clinch Playoff Berth

The 18-season one-team career leaves a legacy of elite numbers despite years of injuries.

Overview

  • Clayton Kershaw confirmed Thursday he will retire after the 2025 season, ending an 18-year run entirely with the Dodgers.
  • He made his final regular-season start at Dodger Stadium on Friday against the Giants, receiving sustained ovations during an emotional exit.
  • Los Angeles defeated San Francisco 6-3 to secure a postseason spot as it seeks to defend its 2024 World Series title.
  • The club scheduled tributes around his final home appearances, including a Saturday bobblehead giveaway and a Sunday fan event.
  • Kershaw’s résumé features three Cy Young Awards, the 2014 NL MVP, two World Series titles, more than 3,000 strikeouts, a 222–96 record and a 2.54 ERA, with Hall of Fame eligibility arriving in 2031.