Did Clayton Kershaw Retire?

Clayton Edward Kershaw (born March 19, 1988) is an American professional baseball pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers of Major League Baseball (MLB). A left-handed starting pitcher, Kershaw has spent his entire MLB career with the Dodgers since debuting in 2008. He is an eleven-time All-Star, three-time National League (NL) Cy Young Award winner, the 2014 NL Most Valuable Player, and a World Series champion in 2020. He is one of 20 pitchers, and four left-handers, to be members of the 3,000 strikeout club. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest pitchers in baseball history.

Is Clayton Kershaw retiring this year?

As of July 2025, Clayton Kershaw has not officially announced his retirement. While there has been speculation about 2025 potentially being his final season, Kershaw himself has stated, "I really have no idea when it comes to the years beyond this one," indicating he is focusing on the current season without committing to retirement plans. Some media outlets have suggested he might retire after 2025, but this remains unconfirmed by Kershaw himself.

Is Clayton Kershaw retired?

No, Clayton Kershaw is not retired. He is currently an active pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 2025 MLB season. He recently achieved his 3,000th career strikeout on July 2, 2025, and was selected to the 2025 All-Star Game as a "Legend Pick" by MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred, marking his 11th All-Star selection.

How old is Clayton Kershaw?

Clayton Kershaw is 37 years old. He was born on March 19, 1988, in Dallas, Texas.

Is this Clayton Kershaw's final season?

It is unclear whether 2025 is Clayton Kershaw's final season. Despite speculation in some media reports, Kershaw has not made a definitive statement about retiring after the 2025 season. He has expressed a commitment to finishing his career with the Dodgers, stating, "To say that I got to spend my whole career here, and I will spend my whole career here, I have a lot more appreciation." However, he has maintained that he is focused on the current season and team goals rather than making decisions about his future.

Kershaw was drafted by the Dodgers in the first round of the 2006 MLB draft as the seventh overall pick. He worked his way through the Dodgers' farm system and reached the majors at age 20. Throughout his career, he has accumulated numerous accolades and records, including becoming the first pitcher in history to lead MLB in ERA for four consecutive years (2011-2014). Despite his struggles with injuries in recent years, he continues to be a valuable member of the Dodgers' pitching rotation.