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The Chicago Cubs defeated the San Diego Padres 5–4 on April 29 at Petco Park, with the visiting offense outperforming the home team across nearly every statistical category. Chicago's lineup generated nine hits and struck out just three times while posting a .780 OPS, compared to San Diego's anemic .693 OPS on only three hits and eight strikeouts. Both teams contributed two home runs apiece, but the Cubs' five RBIs on superior contact rates proved decisive in a tight contest. Chicago's pitching staff allowed just three hits and four earned runs while recording eight strikeouts, though the Padres' four walks kept pressure on throughout. San Diego's offense managed only four runs despite two homers, hamstrung by a .235 batting average and inability to generate consistent contact. The Cubs' pitching dominance and balanced offensive approach—combining power with a .261 average and .353 on-base percentage—overcame San Diego's home-field advantage. This victory extends Chicago's road efficiency and suggests the Cubs' pitching depth remains a competitive advantage heading into May.