Dodgers defeat Rockies on Clayton Kershaw return

The Los Angeles Dodgers emerged victorious in their clash against the Colorado Rockies in a hard-fought match 2-1 on Thursday night.

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The highlight of the game was unquestionably the return of Dodgers’ pitcher Clayton Kershaw, who played his first game since July 27.

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He gave up one run and three hits in five innings, struck out four and didn’t walk anyone while getting a no-decision.

“It was great to be back,” he said. “To get through five was good and hopefully the leash keeps getting lengthened as I go.”

Max Muncy drew a bases-loaded, two-out walk to force in the go-ahead run in the eighth inning.

David Peralta walked leading off the eighth against Tommy Doyle.

Mookie Betts singled before Bard came in and walked Freddie Freeman to load the bases.