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Hernández: Max Scherzer's latest shaky start is source of concern
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Max Scherzer didn't snub Dodgers because of 'overcooked' arm - Los
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Dodgers Outlast the Giants to Reach the N.L.C.S. - The New York Times
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Photo: Dodgers Facing Playoff Elimination After Another Shutout
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Sour taste from 2021 ending remains for Max Scherzer, Dodgers
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A capsule look at the Dodgers-Giants playoff series
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Los Angeles Dodgers' Max Scherzer wants to start Game 6, 'but his
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Sour taste from 2021 ending remains for Max Scherzer, Dodgers