Jansen was tasked with preserving a one-run lead for three outs that would force a decisive Game 5, and he rewarded Roberts’ confidence. Nationals Manager Dusty Baker said he was surprised to see Jansen struggle in Game 3 regardless of the situation. “And I’m sure he hasn’t seen himself get hit like that.”If the Dodgers lose Game 5, Jansen’s 12-year career in the Dodgers organization could be over. Looming largeBaker said after Tuesday’s game that Howie Kendrick’s availability off the Dodgers bench influenced how he handled the decisive eighth inning. The players with more than five playoff homers as Dodgers: Duke Snider with 11 and Steve Garvey with 10.pedro.moura@latimes.comTwitter: @pedromoura

Source: Los Angeles Times October 13, 2016 00:45 UTC