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Clayton Kershaw<\/b> just announced his return to baseball for Team USA<\/b> at the World Baseball Classic<\/b>. The 37-year-old legend<\/b> will compete 50 days<\/b> from now. Can the loaded American roster<\/b> capture the championship?<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udd25 Quick Facts<\/h3>\n
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  • Kershaw’s Arrival<\/b>: Retired<\/b> legend joins Team USA<\/b> after 18 seasons<\/b> with Dodgers<\/b><\/li>\n
  • Tournament Start<\/b>: World Baseball Classic<\/b> begins March 5<\/b> at Tokyo<\/b>, reaches Houston<\/b> on March 6<\/b><\/li>\n
  • Team USA Opening<\/b>: Aaron Judge<\/b> leads squad against Brazil<\/b> at Daikin Park<\/b><\/li>\n
  • Kershaw’s Record<\/b>: 3-time Cy Young<\/b>, 2014 MVP<\/b>, Three World Series rings<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

    Kershaw Comes Out of Retirement for One Last International Stage<\/h2>\n

    Clayton Kershaw<\/b> wasn’t expected to pitch again after his Dodgers<\/b> won the 2025 World Series<\/b> in seven games<\/b>. His final MLB appearance<\/b> was heroic. He entered in the 12th inning<\/b> of Game 3<\/b> with bases loaded<\/b> and two outs<\/b>, securing a crucial groundout at Dodger Stadium<\/b>.<\/p>\n

    USA Baseball<\/b> announced Thursday<\/b> that Kershaw<\/b> would represent his country. This marks his first WBC<\/b> participation after withdrawing<\/b> from the 2023 edition<\/b> due to insurance complications<\/b>. The Hall of Famer<\/b> values team accomplishments<\/b> above individual accolades, making this international opportunity irresistible.<\/p>\n

    America’s Star-Studded Roster Aims for Championship Glory<\/h2>\n

    Team USA<\/b> features some of baseball’s biggest names<\/b>. Aaron Judge<\/b>, the three-time MVP<\/b>, serves as captain<\/b>. The roster includes Paul Skenes<\/b>, Tarik Skubal<\/b>, Logan Webb<\/b>, and Joe Ryan<\/b> as elite starters.<\/p>\n

    Manager Mark DeRosa<\/b> and GM Michael Hill<\/b> assembled this powerhouse after Team USA<\/b> lost to Japan<\/b> in the 2023 championship game<\/b>. Unfinished business drives their pursuit. Beyond pitching, Bryce Harper<\/b>, Cal Raleigh<\/b>, Bobby Witt Jr.<\/b>, Kyle Schwarber<\/b>, and Byron Buxton<\/b> anchor the lineup.<\/p>\n

    Here’s What Team USA Looks Like Heading into March<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Position<\/td>\nPlayers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Catchers<\/td>\nCal Raleigh<\/b>, Will Smith<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Outfielders<\/td>\nAaron Judge<\/b>, Bryce Harper<\/b>, Byron Buxton<\/b>, Corbin Carroll<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Key Pitchers<\/td>\nPaul Skenes<\/b>, Tarik Skubal<\/b>, Logan Webb<\/b>, Clayton Kershaw<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Infielders<\/td>\nBobby Witt Jr.<\/b>, Gunnar Henderson<\/b>, Kyle Schwarber<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n

    \n“His story isn’t finished yet. Clayton Kershaw will pitch for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.”\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    \u2014 USA Baseball<\/b>, Official Announcement<\/p>\n

    How Kershaw Fits into the Championship Quest<\/h2>\n

    Kershaw<\/b> likely won’t start games given Team USA’s<\/b> elite rotation depth. Paul Skenes<\/b> and Tarik Skubal<\/b> are considered baseball’s two best pitchers<\/b>. Yet manager DeRosa<\/b> values his veteran experience<\/b> and proven ability to handle high-leverage situations<\/b>.<\/p>\n

    The Dodgers<\/b> relied on Kershaw<\/b> throughout last October<\/b> despite his age. He finished his 18-year career<\/b> as the fourth left-hander<\/b> to join the exclusive 3,000-strikeout club<\/b>. On the World Baseball Classic stage<\/b>, he’ll serve in relief or limited roles but remain a critical national asset<\/b>.<\/p>\n

    What Should Fans Watch for Starting March 6 in Houston?<\/h2>\n

    Team USA<\/b> opens Pool B<\/b> play against Brazil<\/b> at Daikin Park<\/b> on March 6<\/b>. The pool includes Mexico<\/b>, Italy<\/b>, Great Britain<\/b>, and the qualifier<\/b>. Judge<\/b> and company must finish first or second to advance to quarterfinals<\/b>.<\/p>\n

    Can Kershaw<\/b> help Team USA<\/b> avenge the 2023 loss<\/b> to Japan<\/b>? Will Skenes<\/b> and Skubal<\/b> dominate international hitters? The championship game airs on March 17<\/b> from Miami’s loanDepot Park<\/b>. Every game matters, and Kershaw’s<\/b> presence signals American determination<\/b> to reclaim the title.<\/p>\n

    Sources<\/h3>\n
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    • MLB.com<\/b> – Kershaw’s announcement and detailed team roster<\/li>\n
    • USA Baseball<\/b> – Official World Baseball Classic schedule and venues<\/li>\n
    • ESPN<\/b> – Team USA roster tracking and tournament bracket details<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":20,"featured_media":35734,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"schema_org_data":"{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Clayton Kershaw\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/1985167\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Aaron Judge\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/4233599\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Paul Skenes\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/5046487\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Tarik Skubal\"},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Logan Webb\"},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Joe Ryan\",\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.themoviedb.org\/person\/2571391\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"name\":\"Mark 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