Clayton Kershaw has officially joined the prestigious 3,000-strikeout club, becoming the 20th pitcher in MLB history to reach this milestone. The Los Angeles Dodgers icon recorded his 3,000th strikeout against Vinny Capra of the Chicago White Sox. Kershaw's journey began on May 25, 2008, when he struck out Skip Schumaker of the St. Louis Cardinals as a rookie. With this achievement, he solidifies his legacy as one of the game's all-time greats, joining legends like Nolan Ryan, Randy Johnson, and Steve Carlton.

Now 37, Kershaw has faced challenges with injuries, including shoulder and knee surgeries. Despite these setbacks, he maintains a stellar career record of 216-94 with a 2.51 ERA. He aims to continue climbing the all-time strikeout leaderboard, where he could potentially surpass 3,500 strikeouts if his health allows. Kershaw's legacy is further highlighted by being a three-time Cy Young Award winner, a former MVP, and an essential part of the Dodgers' championship history.