Trending Now - Clayton Kershaw Returns to Dodgers as Special Assistant

WHO:

Clayton Kershaw, 38, special assistant to the Los Angeles Dodgers

NBC Sports, where Kershaw made his broadcasting debut

Clayton Kershaw, 38, former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher

Los Angeles Dodgers organization

NBC Sports, where Kershaw made his broadcasting debut

WHAT:

Kershaw described his role as "fluid" and stated, "I'll be involved somehow."

Kershaw participated in batting practice on March 28th, 2026, before the Dodgers' game.

Kershaw expressed, "I don't feel like retirement's really, really started yet."

Kershaw has been named a special assistant to the Dodgers.

Kershaw described his role as "fluid" and stated, "I'll be involved somehow."

Kershaw made his broadcasting debut on March 26th, 2026, during the Dodgers' 8-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Kershaw received his third World Series ring on March 27th, 2026.

Kershaw's career statistics include an 11-2 record with a 3.39 ERA in 22 starts during the 2025 season.

WHERE:

Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, California

Kershaw's home in Dallas, Texas

WHEN:

Kershaw's retirement was announced in November 2025.

Kershaw's next scheduled broadcast is in August 2026.

Kershaw announced his retirement in late 2025.

Kershaw's last game was in the 2025 World Series.

Kershaw's next scheduled broadcast is in August 2026.

WHY:

The Dodgers aim to keep Kershaw involved with the team after his retirement.

The Dodgers want to keep Kershaw involved with the team after his retirement.

HOW:

Kershaw will not be coaching but will watch games and provide assistance in some capacity.

(UPDATED March 28, 2026 05:22 UTC)

Clayton Kershaw, now a special assistant to the Los Angeles Dodgers, made his broadcasting debut with NBC Sports and described his new role as "fluid," stating, "I'll be involved somehow." On March 28, 2026, he participated in batting practice before the Dodgers' game and expressed that he doesn't feel like retirement has truly begun yet, despite announcing it in November 2025. While Kershaw won't be coaching, the Dodgers plan to keep him engaged with the team, and his next scheduled broadcast is set for August 2026.

(UPDATED March 28, 2026 03:49 UTC)

Clayton Kershaw has been named a special assistant to the Los Angeles Dodgers, a role he describes as "fluid," indicating he will be involved with the team in various ways. He made his broadcasting debut on March 26 during the Dodgers' 8-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks and received his third World Series ring the following day. Kershaw, who announced his retirement in late 2025, will not be coaching but plans to watch games and provide assistance as needed, with his next scheduled broadcast set for August 2026.