Personal Life
Kershaw claims to be the great-nephew of the discoverer of Pluto, presumably astronomer Clyde Tombaugh.
One of Clayton's favorite players growing up was former Texas Rangers first baseman Will Clark. The main reason he wears number 22 is due to Will Clark.
He is a Methodist with strong religious faith.
On December 4, 2010, Kershaw married his girlfriend of seven years, Ellen Melson.
Kershaw grew up and attended school with Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford. He also grew up with Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim closer Jordan Walden and former Baylor University star and current Dodgers top relief prospect Shawn Tolleson.
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