US EditionDodgers' Clayton Kershaw joins MLB's exclusive 3,000 strikeout club
- On Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, Clayton Kershaw of the Dodgers struck out Vinny Capra of the Chicago White Sox in the sixth inning to achieve the milestone of 3,000 strikeouts in his major league career.
- Kershaw, a 37-year-old left-handed pitcher from Texas, has spent 18 seasons with the Dodgers, matching the team record for longevity held by Zack Wheat and Bill Russell.
- Despite less overpowering stuff in recent years, Kershaw relies on craftiness and a deceptive slider while maintaining a career record of 216-94 and a 2.51 ERA.
- Dodgers manager Dave Roberts lauded Kershaw’s relentless determination and enduring impact, emphasizing that it’s unwise to underestimate him under any circumstances.
- Kershaw becomes the 20th MLB pitcher and fourth left-hander to reach 3,000 strikeouts, solidifying his Hall of Fame status and marking a significant career milestone.
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Decatur Daily'Super thankful': Kershaw tips cap to those who helped him hit 3K
LOS ANGELES — Clayton Kershaw was laboring in pursuit of his 3,000th strikeout. His pitch count soaring, he was down to the last batter he would face, needing one more swing and miss to become the 20th pitcher to reach…
Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw joins elite group in MLB history after reaching 3,000 career strikeouts
Clayton Kershaw becomes the 20th player in MLB history to reach 3,000 career strikeouts, joining an elite group with only four left-handers as the Dodgers beat the White Sox, 5-4.
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