Dodgers legend Clayton Kershaw just racked up his 3,000th career strikeout—a jaw-dropping milestone that cements his place among baseball’s all-time greats. In an era where pitchers rarely stay healthy or dominant long enough to hit these numbers, Kershaw’s achievement feels like a relic of the past. He’s not just adding to his Hall of Fame case; he might be the last pitcher to ever pull this off.

Editor’s Note: Baseball’s changing. Starters throw fewer innings, careers are shorter, and power pitching isn’t what it used to be. Kershaw’s 3,000 strikeouts aren’t just a personal triumph—they’re a reminder of how the game’s evolved, and why his longevity and dominance might never be matched again. For fans, it’s a chance to appreciate a living legend while he’s still on the mound.