The Los Angeles Dodgers were met with an emotional turning point Thursday as longtime ace Clayton Kershaw officially announced his retirement . The news came ahead of a critical home series against the San Francisco Giants, shaking both the locker room and the fan base. The announcement was followed by a press conference where the southpaw broke down in tears while addressing reporters.

Earlier in the day, Kershaw informed his teammates through a group text message. While some veterans such as Freddie Freeman were aware of the decision in advance, most of the team learned the news that morning. During the press conference, the southpaw reflected on the decision that ends an 18-year tenure with the Dodgers.

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