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The Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Baltimore Orioles 3–2 on April 4 at PNC Park in a low-scoring affair that fell well short of the Vegas over-under line of 1. Pittsburgh's pitching staff struck out 8 batters while allowing just 6 hits and 2 earned runs, posting a 3.50 ERA despite issuing 7 walks. The Pirates managed only 8 hits with a .710 OPS and zero home runs, yet manufactured enough runs—scoring 3 on just 2 RBIs—to secure the victory. Baltimore countered with 6 hits, 8 strikeouts, and a .705 OPS, mirroring Pittsburgh's offensive struggles in a game defined by pitching depth rather than offensive firepower. The Orioles' pitching allowed 8 hits and 2 earned runs with a 4.22 ERA, leaving them just one run short despite matching Pittsburgh's walk total at 7. Both teams committed no errors, underscoring clean defense in a tight contest. The Pirates' ability to eke out a win with minimal offensive production suggests their pitching depth could carry them through early-season close games.