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SF Giants go from nirvana to nightmare against Dodgers and face tough challenge in L.A.
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Giants take it on the chin, go to L.A. tied 1-1 with Scherzer up next
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Max Scherzer lost his balance from the strong winds at Dodger Stadium
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Max Scherzer records save vs. Giants in NLDS Game 5 2021
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Dodgers turn to Scherzer to close out Game 5 vs. Giants
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Max Scherzer's Dodgers fall to the Giants and are one loss from elimination - The Washington Post
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NLDS Game 5 thriller ends with controversial call and Dodgers win
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NLDS Game 5 thriller ends with controversial call and Dodgers win
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Max Scherzer's Dodgers fall to the Giants and are one loss from elimination - The Washington Post