Mad Max's time is upon him. Tonight should be his moment. Kershaw is the only starting pitcher with a W in this series, but he's not been spectacular. Max has a chance to equal Kershaw in W's, but more importantly, exceed him in IP's, ERA, etc.
It all hinges on Max. If he goes late into the game with 1 or 2 runs allowed, Nats should win. If not, the failure to move on in 2016 will be pinned squarely on his shoulders, and deservedly so. He was paid for tonight. He has to deliver.