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Clayton Kershaw Shut Down for 2021 Postseason

Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw is not expected to pitch during the team’s postseason run.

No ligament damage for Clayton Kershaw, Dave Roberts said. The Dodgers don’t expect him back for the postseason.

Kershaw is dealing with a forearm issue, with tests confirming the Dodgers’ ace did not sustain any ligament damage. Kershaw last pitched in an 8-6 Dodgers’ win over the Milwaukee Brewers on Oct. 1, leaving the game during the second inning. Kershaw made 22 starts in an injury-plagued season, posting a 10-8 record with a 29% K rate and a 1.