Clayton Kershaw, son share heartwarming moment before WBC final

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18 March 2026 at 01:47

What was Clayton Kershaw‘s last game?

That depends on who you ask.

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The future Hall of Famer last pitched for the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 3 of the 2025 World Series, retiring the only batter he faced in an 18-inning victory over the Toronto Blue Jays.

Kershaw joined Team USA for the World Baseball Classic and recorded two outs in an exhibition game against the Colorado Rockies on March 4. That was his last appearance in uniform on a mound; he’d likely rather forget the home run he allowed to Rockies outfielder Mickey Moniak in the U.s. victory.

Kershaw was officially replaced on the United States roster before they reached the championship game of the WBC on March 17. That didn’t keep him from putting on the uniform one last time as his teammates took batting practice prior to their big game against Venezuela.

Doug McKain of Dodgers Nation captured Kershaw and his son, Charley, shagging balls together and playing catch in the outfield at Miami’s loanDepot Park.

Clayton Kershaw is in uniform for the final
time of his baseball career. He's with his son shagging balls in the outfield and throwing balls to fans.

pic.twitter.com/8fJJWIpRZ6
— Doug McKain (@DMAC_LA) March 17, 2026

Kershaw announced his retirement in September 2025, making his participation in the 2026 WBC a surprise. He didn’t pitch in Pool Play or any elimination games, however. His inclusion on the roster was effectively ceremonial.

Perhaps the three-time Cy Young Award winner was able to impart some last nuggets of wisdom on his younger teammates, who defeated the Dominican Republic in the semifinals before playing Venezuela for the WBC championship.

For Kershaw, who turns 38 on March 19, it’s a minor footnote to a legendary career — and a chance to extend his time in uniform a little longer than expected.