Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw Nears 3,000 Career Strikeouts Milestone

Clayton Kershaw, the Los Angeles Dodgers' left-handed pitcher, is on the verge of joining an elite group of MLB pitchers by reaching 3,000 career strikeouts, needing just three more to hit the milestone. At 37 years old, Kershaw has adapted his game to compensate for decreased velocity due to injuries and surgeries, relying more on precision and craftiness rather than sheer power. If he achieves this feat, he will become only the 20th pitcher in major league history, the fourth left-hander, and just the third to reach 3,000 strikeouts with a single team, joining legends Walter Johnson and Bob Gibson. Kershaw's milestone is set to occur during a home game at Dodger Stadium against the Chicago White Sox, a team that is historically weak offensively and is aware of the historic significance of the event. His career longevity, consistent performance, and loyalty to one franchise underscore his status as one of the all-time great pitchers. The milestone is widely celebrated across the baseball community, highlighting Kershaw's impact on fans, teammates, and opponents alike.