NJURY UPDATE: Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has confirmed that star pitcher Clayton Kershaw will not be active when the Dodgers face the Chicago Cubs in the 2025 Tokyo Series.

Kershaw, a key figure in the Dodgers’ pitching rotation, has been dealing with lingering shoulder issues that required offseason surgery. While he has been progressing in his rehab, the team has decided to take a cautious approach to ensure his full recovery.

Roberts emphasized that the decision to hold Kershaw out of the Tokyo Series is part of a long-term strategy to have him healthy for the majority of the 2025 MLB season. “We want to make sure he’s 100% before he steps back on the mound,” Roberts said. “He’s working hard, and we’re optimistic about his return.”

The Dodgers will rely on other members of their rotation to fill the void against the Cubs in Japan. With high expectations for the upcoming season, the team remains hopeful that Kershaw will make his return sooner rather than later.

Stay tuned for further updates on Kershaw’s recovery and the Dodgers’ plans for the season ahead.