Kershaw has shoulder surgery, hopes to pitch in ‘24

Clayton Kershaw underwent surgery to repair the glenohumeral ligament and capsule in his left shoulder, he announced on Friday in an Instagram post. The surgery was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache.

Kershaw, who will turn 36 in March, said in the post that he is “hopeful to return to play at some point next summer,” which all but confirms that he’ll attempt to take the mound for his 17th MLB season. He had not previously confirmed whether he would be returning for the 2024 season.

Kershaw is a free agent after playing last year on a one-year contract, and he had one of the worst starts of his career his last time out, as he allowed six runs and recorded just one out against the D-backs in Game 1 of the National League Division Series.