There are plenty of X-factors to consider for Monday's NLDS matchup between the San Francisco Giants and Los Angeles Dodgers.
Neither Dodgers manager Dave Roberts nor Giants manager Gabe Kapler has tabbed a starting pitcher for Game 4, meaning some bullpen shenanigans may be at play. At age 41, Albert Pujols is getting his first postseason start for the Dodgers at first base. Does the three-time MVP have anything left to give? And just who, exactly, will get screwed over by the umps?
But perhaps tonight’s biggest wild card is far beyond either club’s control: the wind.