Kershaw has now played in 18 seasons for the Dodgers, tying the franchise record held by outfielder Zack Wheat and shortstop Bill Russell. Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts may have taken over as the team’s big stars, but Kershaw’s role in helping Los Angeles become a powerhouse should not be understated.

Its Thursday, May 15 and the Athletics (22-21) are in Los Angeles to take on the Dodgers (28-15). Osvaldo Bido is slated to take the mound for Oakland against Matt Sauer for Los Angeles. After losing the series' first game,