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Toronto defeated Milwaukee 9–7 on April 14 at American Family Field, with the Blue Jays' pitching staff striking out 12 batters while limiting the Brewers to 12 hits and six earned runs despite posting a 4.79 ERA. Both offenses generated similar production—Toronto finished with 13 hits and a .708 OPS compared to Milwaukee's 12 hits and .736 OPS—but the Blue Jays converted their opportunities more efficiently, driving in nine runs to the Brewers' seven. Milwaukee's pitching proved vulnerable, allowing 13 hits and eight earned runs with a 4.37 ERA, while the home team's .240 batting average reflected early-season struggles at the plate. Toronto's superior strikeout rate and ability to manufacture runs despite lower on-base percentages (.320 OBP versus .343) proved decisive in the road victory. The Blue Jays' pitching depth will be crucial as they navigate early rotation concerns with both teams posting elevated ERAs.