Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw struggles in return from multiple surgeries

Clayton Kershaw made his season debut for the Los Angeles Dodgers on May 17, 2025, after undergoing three surgeries since the end of the 2023 season. In his first start in eight months against the Los Angeles Angels, he struck out the leadoff hitter but ultimately allowed five hits and five earned runs over four innings, finishing with two strikeouts and three walks. Despite his struggles, Kershaw’s importance to the Dodgers remains significant, especially with other key pitchers on the injured list, as they hope he can regain consistency on the mound.

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