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Dodgers must replace Kershaw's 112 innings in 2026

The Los Angeles Dodgers must replace Clayton Kershaw's 112.2 innings of work after his retirement, presenting a major question mark for their pitching depth in 2026.

With Clayton Kershaw retiring, the Los Angeles Dodgers face a critical need to replace his 112.2 innings of work. The team remains the World Series favorite, but the loss of their second-highest innings leader creates a potential depth hole.

While Shohei Ohtani will take on more mound work and Tyler Glasnow returns, injuries to Blake Snell and other roster uncertainties make finding consistent innings difficult for manager Dave Roberts.