Dodgers Injuries: Clayton Kershaw Removed Early From Start Vs. Diamondbacks
What Happened to Clayton Kershaw?
Clayton Kershaw was removed from his start against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night after just three innings due to left forearm discomfort.
Kershaw allowed two runs on three hits and three walks, striking out two batters.
After the game, Kershaw said that he felt some discomfort in his forearm during his warm-ups, but that it got worse as he pitched.
How Serious is Kershaw's Injury?
The Dodgers have not yet announced the severity of Kershaw's injury, but they are expected to provide an update on Tuesday.
Kershaw is scheduled to start against the San Francisco Giants on Sunday, but that start could be in jeopardy if his injury is serious.
What Does This Mean for the Dodgers?
If Kershaw is forced to miss any time, it would be a major blow to the Dodgers' rotation.
Kershaw is one of the best pitchers in baseball, and he is a key part of the Dodgers' hopes of winning the World Series.
The Dodgers do have some other talented pitchers in their rotation, but Kershaw is irreplaceable.
What's Next?
The Dodgers will provide an update on Kershaw's injury on Tuesday.
In the meantime, the Dodgers will hope that Kershaw's injury is not serious and that he will be able to return to the rotation soon.
Additional Information
- Kershaw has a history of forearm injuries.
- Kershaw is 1-1 with a 4.09 ERA in two starts this season.
- The Dodgers are 9-6 this season.
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