Dodgers | Kershaw earns win Friday

Los Angeles Dodgers SP Clayton Kershaw allowed two runs on five hits over six innings Friday, June 26, against the Seattle Mariners, according to The Associated Press. He walked one and struck out eight, improving to 5-5 on the season.

Analysis: More of the same from Kershaw, who�s been downright nasty over his last three starts, going 2-0 and allowing just two earned runs over 18 2/3 innings while fanning 21. Most telling about Friday�s outing was that he walked just the one batter, only the second time all season he�s handed out fewer than two free passes. While his 5.12 BB/9 ratio is very high, he�s made up for it by compiling an excellent 9.04 K/9 mark. Owners can expect another solid start from the young hurler when he gets the nod next on July 1 vs. the Rockies.

Stephen Drew laced his fifth long ball, drove in two runs and

Stephen Drew laced his fifth long ball, drove in two runs and walked twice Friday.

Analysis: More of the same from Kershaw, who�s been downright nasty over his last three starts, going 2-0 and allowing just two earned runs over 18 2/3 innings while fanning 21. Most telling about Friday�s outing was that he walked just the one batter, only the second time all season he�s handed out fewer than two free passes. While his 5.12 BB/9 ratio is very high, he�s made up for it by compiling an excellent 9.04 K/9 mark. Owners can expect another solid start from the young hurler when he gets the nod next on July 1 vs. the Rockies.

Clayton Kershaw had his good stuff Friday, yielding five hits

Clayton Kershaw had his good stuff Friday, yielding five hits and two earned runs with a walk and eight punchouts over six frames to even his record at 5-5.

Analysis: More of the same from Kershaw, who�s been downright nasty over his last three starts, going 2-0 and allowing just two earned runs over 18 2/3 innings while fanning 21. Most telling about Friday�s outing was that he walked just the one batter, only the second time all season he�s handed out fewer than two free passes. While his 5.12 BB/9 ratio is very high, he�s made up for it by compiling an excellent 9.04 K/9 mark. Owners can expect another solid start from the young hurler when he gets the nod next on July 1 vs. the Rockies.

Kershaw held the Mariners to two runs on five hits in six innings

Kershaw held the Mariners to two runs on five hits in six innings Friday to win his fifth game of the season. [...]

Clayton Kershaw (5-5) allowed two runs and five hits over six

News: Clayton Kershaw (5-5) allowed two runs and five hits over six innings and struck out eight, helping the defending NL West champions improve baseball's best record to 48-26 with a 8-2 victory against the Mariners Friday. Kershaw was perfect the first time through the Mariners' lineup. But Ichiro Suzuki led off the fourth with a single and scored from second on a single by Jose Lopez. Kershaw walked one while winning a second straight start. [...]

Kershaw nails down win at home

Clayton Kershaw only gave up two earned runs on five hits over six innings in Friday's 8-2 win over the Mariners at Dodger Stadium. He issued one walk and racked up eight strikeouts.

Our View: It was a solid outing for the rising star, and he evens his record to 5-5. He has claimed wins in back-to-back starts, and has allowed two or less earned runs in each of his last three outings. He should be employed in fantasy lineups for his next trip to the mound.

From The Sports Xchange: LHP Eric Milton will make his return

News: From The Sports Xchange: LHP Eric Milton will make his return from the DL on Saturday against Seattle, not Friday. Dodgers manager Joe Torre said LHP Clayton Kershaw would start Friday's game on his normal rest. Milton has been sidelined since June 7 with a strained back. [...]

Dodgers | Kershaw shuts down Halos

The Associated Press reports Los Angeles Dodgers SP Clayton Kershaw allowed four hits and four walks in seven shutout innings to beat the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim Sunday, June 21.

This is more like it. Kershaw lasted seven-plus frames for the

This is more like it. Kershaw lasted seven-plus frames for the first time in six starts. This time, the big lefty racked up an appropriate pitch count -- 107 -- for a start of that length, avoiding the inefficiency that has plagued him for much of his short Major League career. Stick with him when he starts June 26 at home against an underwhelming Mariners lineup.

Poised Kershaw leads Dodgers to win

Clayton Kershaw pitched seven scoreless innings, escaping at one point from a seemingly impossible jam as the Dodgers held on to beat the Angels, 5-3, in the rubber game of a series against a team the Dodgers felt proud to beat.

Kershaw pitched seven shutout innings in Sunday's 5-3 win over

Kershaw pitched seven shutout innings in Sunday's 5-3 win over the Angels. [...]

Clayton Kershaw pitched seven shutout innings and the Dodgers

News: Clayton Kershaw pitched seven shutout innings and the Dodgers beat the Angels 5-3 on Sunday night to take two of three in the Freeway Series. Kershaw (4-5) gave up four hits in his longest outing since he beat the Marlins on May 17. He struck out five and walked four in the game as well. [...]

Clayton Kershaw blanked the Angels for seven innings to pick

Clayton Kershaw blanked the Angels for seven innings to pick up a victory on Sunday night. Kershaw is pitching almost exactly like one should expect a super-talented 21-year-old to pitch: he's been effective more often than not, yet he still gets himself into a lot of trouble. [...]

This is more like it. Kershaw lasted seven-plus frames for the

This is more like it. Kershaw lasted seven-plus frames for the first time in six starts. This time, the big lefty racked up an appropriate pitch count -- 107 -- for that lengthy of a start, avoiding the inefficiency that has plagued much of his short Major League career. Make sure you leave him activated on June 26 at home against the Mariners.

Loney, Kershaw lead Dodgers past Angels 5-3

James Loney hit a two-run homer that was upheld by video review, Clayton Kershaw pitched seven shutout innings and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Angels 5-3 on Sunday night to take two of three in the Freeway Series.

Loney, Kershaw lead Dodgers past Angels 5-3

James Loney hit a two-run homer that was upheld by video review, Clayton Kershaw pitched seven shutout innings and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-3 on Sunday night to take two of three in the Freeway Series.

Kershaw hurls gem at Angel Stadium

Clayton Kershaw was dominant in Sunday's 5-3 win at the Angels, as he only allowed four hits over seven scoreless innings. He had four walks and five strikeouts.

Our View: It was a great performance for the rising star, despite the four free passes. He has now gone two straight starts without allowing a run, and should be employed in fantasy lineups for his next turn in the Dodgers' rotation.

Kershaw, Dodgers shut down Angels

Clayton Kershaw handcufed the Angels for seven innings Sunday while Juan Pierre had a pair of RBI doubles and James Loney a two-run homer in a 5-3 Dodgers win.

Not quite there yetFrom ESPN.com's Christopher Harris: "He's

Not quite there yetFrom ESPN.com's Christopher Harris: "He's made it past six innings pitched exactly twice in 12 starts. Until his efficiency improves, he'll continue to be a tease, and earn fewer wins on a very good team than you'd hope. (But 62 strikeouts in 64 innings still are pretty nice.)"Sixty Feet, Six InchesWed, Jun 17 [...]

An impressive outing from Kershaw, who rebounded well from his

An impressive outing from Kershaw, who rebounded well from his shortest start of the season last time out -- 2 2/3 innings in a loss to the Padres. The eight Ks were the third-most he�s compiled in 13 starts this year, but the flip side to that is he walked at least three for the eighth straight outing. The young hurler will look to build on Tuesday�s outing when he toes the rubber next, scheduled for June 21 vs. the Angels in the Freeway Series.

Dodgers SP Clayton Kershaw scattered four hits over 5 2/3 scoreless

News: Dodgers SP Clayton Kershaw scattered four hits over 5 2/3 scoreless innings and struck out eight Tuesday against the A's, but still walked away with the no decision as L.A. blew a 2-0 lead in the eighth. Kershaw was lifted in the sixth after giving up a two-out double to Jason Giambi and a walk to Orlando Cabrera. Nomar Garciaparra batted for Jack Hannahan and Ronald Belisario retired the former Dodger on a grounder to first after both runners advanced on a wild pitch. Kershaw walked three. [...]

Kershaw received a no-decision after allowing zero runs over

Kershaw received a no-decision after allowing zero runs over 5.2 innings against the A's on Tuesday. [...]

Clayton Kershaw hurled 5 2/3 shutout innings against the Athletics

Clayton Kershaw hurled 5 2/3 shutout innings against the Athletics on Tuesday night, but didn't factor into the decision. The Dodgers would eventually win the game 5-4 in 10 innings. [...]

Kershaw solid in no-decision

Clayton Kershaw only gave up four hits over 5.2 scoreless innings in Tuesday's 5-4 win over the A's at Dodger Stadium. He had three walks and racked up eight strikeouts. The battle took 10 innings to decide a victor.

Our View: Kershaw ended the night with a no-decision, but fantasy owners should still be pleased with his performance. He was dealt a loss in each of his previous two starts.

Kershaw’s Quest For Third Pitch

Without question, Dodgers southpaw Clayton Kershaw is one of the most talented pitchers on the planet. A 6-3, 220 pounder who’s just barely old enough to legally kick back a beer after a game, Kershaw possesses a searing mid-90’s fastball and a hook that earned the “Public Enemy Number One” designation from Vin Scully. While [...]

Kershaw chased early

Clayton Kershaw lasted just 2.2 innings in Wednesday night's 3-1 loss to the Padres. The young left-hander gave up five hits and walked four batters while allowing three runs and striking out two. He threw 81 pitches while recording eight outs.

Our View: Kershaw has only made it out of the fifth inning five times this season, and past the sixth inning just three times. He is inefficient with his pitches more often than not. Once the 21-year-old learns how to pound the strike zone, he could be incredible. For now though, he ranks first in the NL in walks with 39 in 64 innings.

Dodgers SP Clayton Kershaw (3-5) threw 83 pitches over 2 2/3

News: Dodgers SP Clayton Kershaw (3-5) threw 83 pitches over 2 2/3 innings in the second-shortest of his 33 big league starts, giving up three runs, five hits and four walks during a 3-1 loss to the Padres Wednesday. Kershaw found himself in a bases-loaded, no-out jam after just 12 pitches, and the Padres were able to scratch out two runs without a ball leaving the infield. Kershaw struck out two before getting the early hook. [...]

Clayton Kershaw labored over 2 2/3 innings, giving up three

Clayton Kershaw labored over 2 2/3 innings, giving up three runs in a 3-1 loss to the Padres on Wednesday night. Giving up five hits and three walks, Kershaw was out of the game after 84 pitches -- only 45 of them were thrown for strikes. [...]

Kershaw was all over the place in this one, throwing only 45

Kershaw was all over the place in this one, throwing only 45 of 83 pitches for strikes and handing out the four free passes in limited work. So it goes for a young hurler like Kershaw, who has walked at least three batters in nine of his 12 starts this year for a poor 5.34 BB/9 ratio. As erratic as he�s been, the 21-year-old lefty has only allowed more than three earned runs once in his last eight starts, which is a testament to his stuff. He�ll try to rebound in his next outing on June 16 vs. the A�s.

Clayton Kershaw labored over 2 2/3 innings, giving up three

Clayton Kershaw labored over 2 2/3 innings, giving up three runs in a 3-1 loss to the Padres on Wednesday night. Giving up five hits and three walks, Kershaw was out of the game after 84 pitches -- only 45 of them were thrown for strikes. [...]

Dodgers | Kershaw struggles in delayed start

The Associated Press reports Los Angeles Dodgers SP Clayton Kershaw threw 105 pitches over 5 1/3 innings, allowing two runs and four hits Thursday, June 4, in his team's 3-0 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies. Kershaw has a 6.64 ERA in four career starts against Philadelphia.

Dodgers SP Clayton Kershaw pitched well in a loss against the

News: Dodgers SP Clayton Kershaw pitched well in a loss against the Phillies on Friday, but he lasted only 5 1/3 innings, giving up two runs on four hits with three walks and five strikeouts. He has failed to complete six innings in four of his last six starts. [...]

Kershaw lasted just 5.1 innings Thursday against the Phillies,

Kershaw lasted just 5.1 innings Thursday against the Phillies, allowing two runs on four hits while walking three and striking out five. [...]

Once again a rash of inefficiency doomed Kershaw's start. Despite

Once again a rash of inefficiency doomed Kershaw's start. Despite allowing just four hits, his 105 pitches prevented the 21-year-old from going further on Thursday. He should be able to have a more effective outing on June 10 at Dodger Stadium against a below-average Padres lineup.

Kershaw takes loss at home

Clayton Kershaw allowed two earned runs on four hits over 5.1 innings in Thursday's 3-0 loss to the Phillies at Dodger Stadium. He issued three walks with five strikeouts.

Our View: Kershaw now holds a losing record at 3-4, with a 4.26 ERA. He is not off to a good start in June after going 3-1 with a 2.57 ERA over six outings in May.

Dodgers | Kershaw to start Thursday

Kevin Baxter, of the Los Angeles Times, reports Los Angeles Dodgers SP Clayton Kershaw will start Thursday, June 4, giving him seven days between starts.

Kershaw will have his next start pushed back to Thursday as

Kershaw will have his next start pushed back to Thursday as the Dodgers look for spots on the schedule to help limit the 21 year-old's innings, the LA Times reports. [...]

Kershaw to get more days off

According to the Los Angeles Daily News, Clayton Kershaw will receive sporadic extra rest this season.

Our View: Kershaw's last start was skipped and he'll now go on Thursday with eight days of rest under his belt. This will likely happen whenever off days in the schedule allow for it, because the team doesn't want to overwork the promising young starter. Last season was the first time in his career he threw more than 100 innings and the Dodgers don't want him to get hurt or wear down too quickly.

Manager Joe Torre plans to give Clayton Kershaw random days

Manager Joe Torre plans to give Clayton Kershaw random days of rest this season as the schedule allows for it. Kershaw is getting his first break this week, and will pitch Thursday on eight days of rest. [...]

From The Sports Xchange: LHP Clayton Kershaw, who hasn't started

News: From The Sports Xchange: LHP Clayton Kershaw, who hasn't started since Wednesday and isn't scheduled to do so until at least Thursday, was sent back to Los Angeles before Sunday night's game, much the way he would have been if he had been slated to start Monday night against Arizona. With club officials not entirely sure what to expect from Hiroki Kuroda, Kershaw will be in the bullpen as a fallback plan if Kuroda doesn't last long. The remote possibility Kershaw might have to pitch several innings was enough of a reason for club officials to send him back early so he could rest up rather than taking a redeye charter with the rest of the team. [...]