On April 1, 2013, Clayton Kershaw led the Dodgers to a 4-0 victory against the Giants on Opening Day, marking a historic performance. Kershaw pitched a complete-game shutout, allowing only three hits and achieving seven strikeouts. In the eighth inning, he hit his first and only career home run, becoming one of two pitchers to accomplish a shutout and home run on Opening Day. Following Kershaw's blast, the Dodgers scored three additional runs, solidifying Kershaw's impressive start to the season, which led to his second Cy Young Award.
Kershaw made baseball history on Opening Day 2013, hitting a home run while pitching a complete-game shutout, joining Bob Lemon as the only pitchers to achieve this.
The 2013 season opener not only showcased Kershaw's dual talents but also set the tone for his outstanding season, leading to a second Cy Young award.
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