From Kershaw's clean-shaven 2008 debut to Paul Skenes' first MLB start in 2024, some All-Star pitchers today look more different from their rookie selves than others.

Despite characterizing his roster spot as a "senior citizen's discount," Kershaw—at the urging of his wife and manager—has accepted what others have long known: that he deserves to be at the 2025 All-Star Game.

Dodgers left-hander Clayton Kershaw was caught more than a little off-guard about being named to the NL All-Star team, having made just nine starts this season.