Garrett Crochet excelled in a game against the Dodgers, effectively stranding baserunners and working out of trouble. In contrast, Clayton Kershaw, despite showing flashes of recovery, experienced significant struggles early, notably in a three-run second inning. Kershaw battled his mechanics, only managing to throw first-pitch strikes to five of his first 14 batters. After settling down, he retired seven consecutive batters but ultimately allowed a run in the fifth inning following a prolonged at-bat against Alex Bregman, highlighting the differences in their performances that night.
Garrett Crochet displayed elite pitching by successfully stranding baserunners and overcoming challenging situations, while Clayton Kershaw struggled with his command and faced difficulties escaping jams.
Kershaw's performance started poorly, as he struggled to deliver first-pitch strikes, ultimately giving up a three-run second inning to the Red Sox. However, he managed to regain his rhythm.
Despite a rocky beginning, Kershaw retired seven consecutive batters in the later innings but gave up an important run in the fifth after an extended at-bat against Alex Bregman.
The game highlighted the contrasting fortunes of Crochet and Kershaw, showcasing Crochet's current dominance as a Cy Young candidate against Kershaw's challenges as an aging pitcher.
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