Los Angeles Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw has committed to pitch for Team USA in the upcoming World Baseball Classic. The tournament, starting March 4, will serve as a final send-off for the future Hall of Famer, who previously announced he will retire after the 2025 season. Kershaw pitched with diminished stuff last year but remained effective, posting an 11-2 record and a 3.36 ERA.

At 38 years old, Kershaw's role with Team USA will be limited, likely as an emergency option to absorb innings. He will join a rotation of elite starters like Paul Skenes and Tarik Skubal, all on strict pitch counts during the spring training event. This marks Kershaw's first WBC participation since 2023, when he opted out due to insurance issues with his contract.

The move gives Kershaw a chance to represent his country on a global stage, something he has only done in the postseason. For Team USA, adding a veteran leader like Kershaw provides invaluable experience, even in a limited capacity. The Classic will now be the final chapter for one of this generation's most dominant pitchers.