When the World Series begins at Dodger Stadium, Clayton Kershaw will be a dugout hype man due to a toe injury that has sidelined him since August. Despite efforts to return for the postseason, Kershaw was shut down for 2024 after worsening the injury. This marks his fourth World Series appearance, but the first where he won’t start or pitch. The Dodgers face pitching challenges with multiple starters on the injured list. Kershaw’s absence reflects a changing of the guard among MLB’s ace pitchers, with younger talents stepping up. The Dodgers will navigate the World Series without Kershaw, relying on a makeshift rotation and bullpen games. the text you provide.
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