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Clayton Kershaw and Dodgers shown no mercy in Game 1 blowout loss to Arizona

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw works in the first inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 1 of the National League Division Series at Dodgers Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023, in Los Angeles.

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Dodgers had confidence, spending the last week extolling their clubhouse culture, roster chemistry and ability to overcome obstacles and adversity in a 100-win regular season.

They had an atmosphere, a sold-out Chavez Ravine revved up after an electric pregame anthem performance and fighter jet flyover.

Most of all, they had a plan: Give the ball to Clayton Kershaw, back him up with a deep bullpen and try to strike for a

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