The Los Angeles Dodgers celebrated their World Series title with a championship parade on Friday, and no one was happier than a pitcher who wasn't able to pitch an inning in the playoffs. After sitting out the entire 2024 postseason due to a bone spur in his left big toe, Clayton Kershaw and his teammates enjoyed a parade through downtown Los Angeles. It was a moment a long time coming, as the 17-year MLB veteran didn't get to enjoy such a celebration following his first title in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Kershaw made the most of the moment after the team arrived for an event at Dodger Stadium. Once he took the mic, it wasn't long before he was loudly showing his happiness. Clayton Kershaw: Dodger for life 💙 — MLB (@MLB) Kershaw's full speech: "I've waited for this day for a long time.
I've waited to celebrate for a long time. I can't imagine being anywhere else right now and I can't imagine doing it with a better group of guys than this group right here. I'm at a loss for words, but I didn't have anything to do with this championship, but it feels like the best feeling in the world that I get to celebrate with you guys.
Two-time champs and a lot more coming, let's go! "I love you guys, thank you! Dodger for life!" Those last words are mighty interesting considering that Kershaw has a player option on his contract for next season. Kershaw has never played for any organization other than the Dodgers, who drafted him seventh overall in 2006, but his recent forays .