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The Los Angeles Dodgers edged the San Diego Padres 4–3 on July 3 at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium in a closely contested matchup that stayed well under the Vegas total of 7.5. Despite being outhit 8–5, the Dodgers capitalized on their opportunities, driving in 4 runs while committing no errors. Los Angeles' pitching staff dominated, striking out 14 batters against just 3 walks and allowing only 8 hits across the contest. The Padres' offense struggled significantly, posting a .676 OPS and striking out 14 times while managing just 3 RBI despite recording 8 hits. The Dodgers' 5.00 BB rate proved crucial in generating scoring chances, and their ERA of 3.51 held firm despite San Diego's late-inning pressure. This defensive efficiency and strikeout-heavy pitching performance suggests Los Angeles' rotation depth remains a strength heading into the second half.