Despite the significance of this step in his recovery, Clayton Kershaw's sentiments reflect caution amid optimism from the Los Angeles Dodgers about his progress.
after throwing to hitters in a three-inning, 45-pitch simulated game Thursday in Dodger Stadium. “But it’s a necessary evil. It’s something you gotta do.
“This is good. You get your work in. But you gotta get in a game setting, get in that atmosphere. There may be a long inning, maybe stuff that you can’t really simulate here. So this is just the next step in the process.”Kershaw's first rehab start is a huge step in his rehab process. The Dodgers are cautiously optimistic about his recovery from surgery to repair the glenohumeral ligaments and capsule in his throwing shoulder last Nov. 3.
Although his health scarcely seems to be an issue, it's hard to know how far ahead of schedule Kershaw is until he begins a rehab assignment.before Thursday night’s series finale against the Texas Rangers. “He’s unique in his body and mentality and mindset, the work ethic and all that. And obviously, Dr. ElAttrache did a great job. He’s well beyond where I personally expected him to be.”“Every box has been checked to this point, but I’m not getting my hopes up yet.
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