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The Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the Baltimore Orioles 8–5 on April 15 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, with the visitors' offense proving marginally more productive despite similar strikeout totals. Arizona out-hit Baltimore 12–8 and drove in six runs compared to the Orioles' five, while both teams struck out eight times, indicating comparable discipline issues at the plate. Baltimore's pitching staff allowed just eight hits and posted a 3.87 ERA, but Arizona's bullpen was equally stingy, surrendering eight hits with a 3.85 ERA and four walks. The Orioles' .727 OPS fell short of Arizona's .681, yet the Diamondbacks' superior run production—fueled by 12 hits and six RBIs—proved decisive in a relatively low-scoring affair. Baltimore committed one error that may have contributed to their deficit, while Arizona's pitchers issued four walks that could have been costly had Baltimore's offense been more threatening. The result marks an early-season statement for Arizona's ability to win close games on the road.