Clayton Kershaw Roughed Up in 'Hard to Watch' Relief Appearance

Clayton Kershaw's first relief appearance since 2019 proved challenging, as the Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher allowed four runs during a 'nightmarish' eighth inning. The outing, described as 'hard to watch,' contributed to the Phillies' 8-2 victory in Game 3. This rare relief stint for Kershaw marked a difficult return to the bullpen, significantly impacting the game's outcome for his team.