This is it. The biggest reason I'm hoping they come up with the win is that this would stop all the "Nationals can't get get it done in the postseason" nonsense.
A few key points for Dusty's lineup today. He's hitting Harper second again in order to evenly split lefties and righties. I don't have a problem with this and I think hitting Harper higher up in the order is better solely so he gets more ABs. In game 5 in 2012 he hit a triple and a homer and then in 2014 he hit 3 homers in 4 games against the Giants. So far this series he's been solid, working long ABs and taking walks. He seems to get it done when the brights shine the brightest so let's hope that happens.
Danny Espinosa is still starting over Stephen Drew. I agree with this call although I can see why some might disagree. I see Espinosa being in as a defensive call. In a game 5, any defensive miscue can cost you the season and with his track record, Espinosa is pretty much automatic over at SS. Plus if Espinosa gets a meatball, he can ride into one and put up runs quickly. I believe this Ais the right call.
Lobaton over Severino. Again I think this is the right call. Lobaton is the veteran and already has a homer in this series while Severino is 1 for 8. I think Lobaton is more comfortable with Scherzer and this is the biggest reason Baker went with him.
Okay here we go. Fasten your seat belts.
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