Clayton Kershaw
Clayton Kershaw Makes History with 3,000 Career Strikeouts
Los Angeles Dodgers legend Clayton Kershaw officially etched his name into the record books. He became the 20th pitcher in Major League Baseball history to record 3,000 career strikeouts.
Kershaw reached the milestone in the sixth inning against the Chicago White Sox. It was his 100th pitch of the night. The Dodger Stadium crowd erupted into a standing ovation as Kershaw tipped his cap. He soaked in the moment with his teammates and fans.
The left-hander is now part of a club that includes Nolan Ryan, Randy Johnson, and Pedro Martinez. Even more impressive, he’s just the fourth lefty ever to accomplish the feat, joining Randy Johnson, Steve Carlton, and CC Sabathia.
“To do this in a Dodger uniform, in front of this crowd, is something I’ll never forget,” Kershaw said postgame.
Kershaw’s career numbers speak for themselves:
- 3x Cy Young Award winner
- 2014 National League MVP
- 10x All-Star
- 2020 World Series Champion
- Career ERA of 2.52
With 216 career wins and a reputation as one of the most dominant and consistent pitchers of his generation, Kershaw has solidified his place in Cooperstown’s future.
Despite giving up four runs in six innings, the Dodgers rallied late to win the game 5–4, making the night even sweeter.
Kershaw joins fellow active pitchers Justin Verlander and Max Scherzer in the 3,000-K club. With the modern game relying more on bullpens and pitch limits, many analysts believe Kershaw might be one of the last starters to reach this milestone.
Conclusion:
Clayton Kershaw’s journey to 3,000 strikeouts is a story of longevity, dominance, and loyalty—all achieved while wearing a single uniform. As the baseball world celebrates his historic night, fans are left to wonder—what more can the lefty legend accomplish before he hangs up his cleats?
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