Clayton Kershaw reached 3,000 career strikeouts during a game against the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday, becoming the 20th pitcher in MLB history to achieve this milestone. At 37, Kershaw is the Dodgers' strikeout king, surpassing Don Sutton in 2022. He is among a rare group of only four left-handers who have reached 3,000 strikeouts, alongside notable pitchers like Steve Carlton and Bob Gibson. Kershaw made the historic strikeout on his 100th pitch of the game, expressing gratitude for the achievement and his teammates' support afterward.
Clayton Kershaw reached 3,000 career strikeouts in a 5-4 win over the Chicago White Sox, becoming the 20th pitcher in MLB history to achieve this milestone.
He joined the elite group of pitchers who have reached 3,000 strikeouts with one team, joining legends like Steve Carlton and Walter Johnson.
Kershaw expressed immense gratitude after the game, saying, "It was a special moment. I really was. Just super thankful for tonight, super thankful for my teammates."
The historic achievement was celebrated widely, with congratulatory messages flooding in from fellow players, including CC Sabathia and former teammates.
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