Kershaw returns

The Dodgers have recalled Clayton Kershaw from Double-A Jacksonville. He will stay with the staff for the rest of the year, according to Dodger manager Joe Tore.

"He didn't wallow in his misery [after being demoted]," said Manager Joe Torre. "From our reports, his off-stuff has improved."

Kershaw's strikeout numbers have decreased. They were down once he reached the majors and remained down once he was sent back to Jacksonville. He still dominated his opponents.

Fantasy Impact: If Los Angeles asked Kershaw to go down and work on his offspeed stuff, it looks like he's succeeded. Kershaw can be the type of shot in the arm LA needs to make a run at the postseason.