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Clayton Kershaw, 32 Strikeouts Away from 3,000, to Return for 2025 MLB Season After Injury-Riddled Year

Oct 14, 2024, 08:05 PM

Clayton Kershaw has announced his intention to return for the 2025 MLB season, marking his 18th year in Major League Baseball. The three-time Cy Young Award winner, who is currently 32 strikeouts away from reaching 3,000 career strikeouts, confirmed his plans during an appearance on the MLB on FOX pregame show. Kershaw emphasized his positive mental state and physical readiness, stating, 'Mentally, I feel great. I had shoulder surgery last offseason, and my shoulder and elbow, everything, my arm, feels great.' Despite facing an injury-riddled 2024 season, Kershaw expressed his commitment to the Los Angeles Dodgers, indicating he will not play for any other team. This decision comes as he has a player option for the upcoming season, and he is hopeful about competing for another World Series title.