Carlos Beltran hit a three-run home run in Game 1 of the NLDS on Thursday afternoon, tying him with Babe Ruth for eighth place on the all-time postseason homers list.

Beltran has clubbed 15 playoff home runs in his career.

"For me, it's simple," Beltran said. "For me, it's God giving me the opportunity to play in meaningful games, and hard work through the years. I think as a ballplayer, you always dream to be able to play in postseason games and try to win a World Series. You know, there is no other explanation."