Clayton Kershaw is on the brink of a monumental achievement, requiring just three more strikeouts to reach 3,000 career strikeouts, a milestone only 19 pitchers have attained in MLB history. This significant event is set to occur at Dodger Stadium, where Kershaw has dazzled fans throughout his illustrious career.

At 37, Kershaw has proven he still possesses the competitive spirit and pitching finesse that earned him three Cy Young awards. Despite his fastball losing some velocity, he has shown resilience and adaptability, boasting a 3.03 ERA over his last eight starts. As Kershaw's career nears its twilight, the conversation shifts to the future of pitching excellence in MLB.