Overview

• Kershaw was mic’d up during the second inning of the All-Star Game at Truist Park, offering real-time pitch selection and commentary to Fox broadcasters.
• He retired Mariners slugger Cal Raleigh and Blue Jays star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. on six pitches combined, matching up against two Home Run Derby champions.
• Mid-inning banter featured Kershaw rejecting a cutter suggestion from John Smoltz with “I don’t throw a cutter, Smoltzie!”
• After hinting “This might be my last batter, guys,” Dodgers manager Dave Roberts removed Kershaw, prompting a standing ovation from the crowd.
• Departing the dugout, Kershaw shouted “Suck it, Big Dumper” twice, capping what many expect to be his final Midsummer Classic appearance.