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Dodgers News: Dave Roberts Explains Decision To Remove Clayton Kershaw After 6 Innings

In a game where offense was at a premium, the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied late to secure a 4-2 comeback win over the Arizona Diamondbacks. Clayton Kershaw was tabbed with his first no-decision of the season but nonetheless turned in another efficient start.

The left-hander allowed two runs and didn’t give up his first hit until the fourth inning. He overall allowed two hits in six innings of work and struck out eight batters on an economical 83 pitches.

After retiring the side in order in the sixth, Roberts made the difficult decision of pulling Kershaw with his spot leading off the bottom half of the inning.