To say that Washington came through in a mandatory, must-win Game 4 would be an understatement.
Not only did the Nationals defeat the Dodgers to force a Game 5 in Los Angeles on Wednesday, but they did so in convincing fashion. Riding the right arm of Max Scherzer, the Nats pitching staff limited the Boys in Blue to just five total hits, eventually cruising to a 6-1 victory.
Los Angeles starter Rich Hill, as courageous as his comeback has been, was spotty at best. His poor command had gotten the best of him in the end, as the veteran lefty was unable to last three full innings.