"From a numbers standpoint, one can make an argument Kershaw is one of the best regular season pitchers in the history of the sport. From his record to strikeout rate and ERA, several advanced analytics would back that claim up strongly. Whether unfair or not, Kershaw does have the reputation struggle in the playoffs. Over his career, Kershaw has a 4.49 ERA in 22 postseason series dating back to 2008. His record is 13-13 during this time span."
"On the year, Kershaw has been brilliant. He's 10-2 with a 3.53 ERA heading into his start on Friday evening. The Texas native has been masterful in keeping hitters off balance with an array of off-speed pitches and excellent command to boot. In a three-game Wild Card situation, the perceived starters likely will be Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Shohei Ohtani, and Blake Snell in some order. Tyler Glasnow would probably be the next in line to start a game. Where does this leave Kershaw?"
Clayton Kershaw posts elite regular-season metrics, including high strikeout rates and strong ERA, that place him among the game's top starters historically. His postseason surface numbers include a 4.49 ERA and a 13-13 record across 22 series since 2008, while underlying postseason peripherals show 194.1 innings, 165 hits allowed and 213 strikeouts, reflecting effective performance. He has filled varied roles for the team when asked. In the current season he is 10-2 with a 3.53 ERA and has used diverse off-speed pitches and command to keep hitters off balance. The Dodgers expect a role for him on the postseason roster amid rotation depth.
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