Clayton Kershaw made a significant return to the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers after missing the first half of the season due to shoulder surgery. In his first game back, Kershaw pitched four innings, allowing two runs on six hits, striking out six, and walking two, helping the Dodgers secure a 6-4 victory over the San Francisco Giants. His return was marked by emotional moments, including wearing custom cleats designed by his children. The Dodgers celebrated his comeback with back-to-back home runs from Nick Ahmed and Shohei Ohtani in the eighth inning. Manager Dave Roberts expressed relief and satisfaction with Kershaw's performance, emphasizing the importance of his recovery for the team's postseason aspirations.