Kershaw Passes Greinke Strikeout Record in Dodgers 7-3 Win Over Cardinals

Clayton Kershaw delivered a strong performance for the Los Angeles Dodgers, securing his first win of the 2025 season in a 7-3 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals. Despite a slow start to the season and recent injury setbacks, Kershaw pitched five innings, allowing just one run on six hits and striking out seven batters, his highest strikeout total since June 2023. This outing marked a milestone as he surpassed former teammate Zack Greinke to move into 20th place on MLB's all-time strikeout list, with 2,983 strikeouts. The Dodgers provided ample run support, highlighted by timely hitting from players like Shohei Ohtani and Hyeseong Kim, helping snap a two-game losing streak. Manager Dave Roberts praised Kershaw's preparation and resilience, emphasizing the veteran pitcher's enduring role as a team leader. Kershaw now aims to reach the 3,000 strikeout milestone as he continues to contribute to the Dodgers' pitching rotation amid ongoing injury challenges.