Clayton Kershaw is close, real close to becoming just the 20th 3,000-strikeout pitcher ever, but things get complicated for more history in a hurry after that.

Clayton Kershaw made his season debut over the weekend. Although his performance over four innings was forgettable, he still added another accomplishment to his illustrious career.

In his first Dodgers start since last August, Kershaw’s shaky opening gave way to flashes of the pitcher he’s always been, in a game that reminded everyone what he still means to the franchise.