Dodgers’ Clayton Kershaw Ahead of Schedule in Latest Injury Rehab Update

The Los Angeles Dodgers kicked off their 2024 home schedule with a blue-carpet introduction featuring players walking through the outfield, greeted before a sold-out Dodger Stadium by their wives and families.

Of all the players introduced Thursday, few received more applause than Clayton Kershaw.

Kershaw, who re-signed for his 17th season with the Dodgers on Feb. 9, is starting the season on the injured list as he recovers from shoulder surgery. In his latest update, Kershaw said he was feeling good about his recovery, and is throwing on flat ground from up to 120 feet.

The next step for Kershaw will be to throw bullpens, but there is no set date for when that will happen. Kershaw is expected to return in late July or August, but manager Dave Roberts told reporters that Kershaw is “ahead of things.”

Kershaw had surgery to repair the glenohumeral ligaments and capsule in his left shoulder. The legendary Dodger and fan favorite pitcher then signed a one-year deal for 2024 that includes a player option for 2025.

A 10-time All-Star and five-time ERA leader, Kershaw has spent his entire professional career with the Dodgers. When he returns, Kershaw will try to help the Dodgers reach a World Series, and reach a new career milestone.

Kershaw currently has 2,944 strikeouts, and should be able to join the 3,000 strikeout club either this year or next year if everything goes to plan.

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