For the first time since 2010, Clayton Kershaw won't be the Opening Day starter for the Los Angeles Dodgers.
The left-hander, who has started a club-record eight straight openers, was ruled out of the March 28 start against the Arizona Diamondbacks due to the persistent shoulder inflammation he has dealt with all spring. He has yet to pitch in a spring training game.
"When he's ready to pitch for us is when he's going to pitch for us," said manager Dave Roberts, adding that it was unlikely Kershaw will begin the season on the active roster.