In 2015, San Francisco Giants ended up losing from the Dodgers team by getting 13 batters struck out by Kershaw. [73] Kershaw also became just the fifth Dodger pitcher with three straight 200 strikeout seasons. Copyright 2023, D Magazine Partners, Inc. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Kershaw said he just wants to honor the three-year commitment he made with the team. This was also marked his fourth year in a row with a sub-3.00 ERA, making him the first to do this since Randy Johnson from 1999 to 2002. Clayton Kershaw Biography - Facts, Childhood, Family Life & Achievements [182] Kershaw started again in Game 5, pitching 5+23 innings, allowing two runs on five hits and two walks. In 2016, he was at rank 33 among the world's highest paid athletes. Ellen Kershaw: Husband & Net Worth [2023 Update]- Players Bio He led the National League in numerous categories once again, such as ERA, ERA+, Wins, Win%, WHIP, IP/GS, SO/9, Strikeout-to-walk ratio, complete games, FIP, and Wins Above Replacement for both pitchers and all NL players. Kershaw was 20 years old when he broke into the big leagues on May 25, 2008, with the Los Angeles Dodgers. [159] He rejoined the roster on June 23. Why the Dodgers decided to not play baseball Wednesday night, Dodgers speak out against racial injustice. The closest anyone else has gotten is 125. Congratulations @ClaytonKersh22 and @ellenkershaw!pic.twitter.com/5eccaETGkR", "Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw drops $4 million in Studio City", "Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw keeps the faith", "Like it or not, Kershaw is about living by the book", "Clayton Kershaw makes appearance on 'New Girl' after Super Bowl", "2019 MLB Players Weekend: Complete List Of Jersey Nicknames For Dodgers & Yankees", "Kershaw's Challenge Strikeout to Serve", "Sherrington: Ex-Highland Park star Kershaw's an ace when giving back", "Joe Torre: Baseball can unite Cuba and the USA", "Trio of Dodgers assists Habitat for Humanity", "Kershaw's Challenge Peacock Foundation", "Clayton Kershaw, Jimmy Kimmel Host "Ping Pong 4 Purpose" at Dodger Stadium", "Los Angeles All-Star Clayton Kershaw Signs on to Pitch Skechers", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Clayton_Kershaw&oldid=1152421666, May 25,2008,for theLos Angeles Dodgers, Los Angeles Sports Council Sportsman of the Year, Texas Professional Baseball Player of the Year Award, Career statistics and player information from, This page was last edited on 30 April 2023, at 04:11. Thats in addition to the Kershaw Foundation, which is directly backed by the couples income and funds grants to a network of charities benefiting similar causes. Clayton Kershaw doesnt do a ton of press, which is a choice one can easily make upon becoming arguably the greatest pitcher in the last 50 years. [183] The Dodgers went on to defeat the Rays in 6 games to win Kershaw his first World Series championship. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. All images are property the copyright holder and are displayed here for informational purposes only. Now as Kershaw raises his children, Ellen makes sure Cali, Charley and Cooper are with their dad as much as possible during the baseball season.