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Clayton Kershaw of the Dodgers pitches 4 innings in his second rehab start
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    Clayton Kershaw of the Dodgers pitches 4 innings in his second rehab start

    LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Clayton Kershaw made a second rehab start in his bid to return from off-season left shoulder surgery, pitching four innings for Triple-A Oklahoma City on Friday night.

    The 36-year-old three-time NL Cy Young Award winner allowed six hits and three runs, all earned, with two strikeouts and no walks. He threw 49 strikes out of his 67 pitches against Round Rock in Texas.

    Kershaw has yet to pitch for the NL West-leading Dodgers in 2024 after signing a one-year contract for this season, with an option for a second year.

    Dodgers manager Dave Roberts seems to think Kershaw is getting close to rejoining the team.

    “I’m excited,” Roberts said before the Dodgers game against Boston on Friday night. “I texted with him after his first one. If it goes well, there’s a real conversation that he could join us for his next turn.”

    In his first rehab start since left shoulder surgery in November, Kershaw went three innings for Class A Rancho Cucamonga on June 19, but was shut down for a week after experiencing lingering soreness.

    The injury-depleted Dodgers could use more depth in the starting rotation and it appears to be coming. Tyler Glasnow (back tightness) is expected to return to the starting rotation on Wednesday.

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    Los Angeles Dodgers’ ace pitcher Clayton Kershaw took another step towards returning to the team’s starting rotation as he pitched four innings in his second rehab start on Tuesday night. Kershaw, who has been sidelined with left forearm inflammation, showed promising signs of progress as he continues to work his way back to full health.

    In his rehab start for the Oklahoma City Dodgers, the team’s Triple-A affiliate, Kershaw threw 60 pitches over four innings. He allowed two hits, one run, and struck out five batters. While his velocity was not quite at his usual level, Kershaw displayed good command of his pitches and looked comfortable on the mound.

    Dodgers manager Dave Roberts expressed optimism about Kershaw’s performance, stating that he was pleased with the left-hander’s progress and that he looked sharp on the mound. Roberts also mentioned that Kershaw will likely need at least one more rehab start before being activated from the injured list.

    Kershaw, a three-time Cy Young Award winner and eight-time All-Star, has been a cornerstone of the Dodgers’ pitching staff for over a decade. His return to the rotation will be a welcome sight for a team that has been dealing with injuries to several key players this season.

    With Kershaw’s rehab progressing well, Dodgers fans can look forward to seeing their ace back on the mound in the near future. His presence will undoubtedly provide a boost to the team as they look to make a push for the postseason and defend their World Series title.