Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn ImagesNBC is closing in on a superstar of the modern era to join its MLB studio. Future Hall of Fame pitcher Clayton Kershaw is reportedly “nearing a deal” with NBC to serve as a studio analyst for the network’s MLB coverage, according to Ryan Glasspiegel of Front Office Sports. Kershaw had previously been reported as a “top target” on “select events” for the network. The only formal announcement NBC has made regarding its new MLB package is the return of legendary broadcaster Bob Costas to host studio coverage. It’s unclear with what regularity Kershaw will appear on NBC’s coverage, assuming a deal is finalized.